Desktop & Mobile Computing

Articles pertaining to services that enable the University community to do their day-to-day work.

Articles (105)

[Apple] Purdue University Computer Hardware

Purdue IT's Endpoint Support Services provides faculty, students and staff with a professional technical support center and stable computing environment. Currently available Apple machines for faculty ands staff are listed below.

[Windows] Purdue University Computer Hardware

Purdue IT's Endpoint Support Services provides faculty, students and staff with a professional technical support center and stable computing environment. Currently available Windows machines for faculty ands staff are in this article.

Ag - Adding Network Printers to Personal and Managed Computers

A list of articles for adding printers for users in the Agricultural Department. For use with QR codes being attached to printers

Ag - Connecting to Cisco VPN Prior to Sign-in on Ag Windows Machine

Walks users through the steps to connect to the VPN prior to signing in to the computer when working remotely. Doing this prior to sign-in will help alleviate issues with long sign-ins when remote and unresponsive Desktops or File Explorer windows once signed in.

Ag - Data Backup and Cloud storage

Information regarding setting up cloud storage for Ag Users

Ag - Getting Started with your Managed Mac: Essentials and Tools

This article contains a multitude of links that point to walkthroughs of common issues and requests that users of Purdue Managed Apple products may need to perform the functions on their own machine.

Ag - Getting Started with your Managed Windows Computer: Essentials and Tools

This article contains links to information that users can use to set up their new computers after the inTune process has completed

Ag - How do I add a network printer to a personal Windows PC?

This article is for faculty and staff in the College of Agriculture who want to connect their personal computer to a network computer.

Ag - How do I map a shared drive on a Purdue-managed or personal Mac

Instructions on how to map a shared drive on a Purdue-managed or personal Mac

Ag - How to add a Network Printer to a managed Windows Device

How to add a managed printer to a Windows Ag-managed computer

Ag - How to add a network printer to a personal Mac

Instructions on how to connect a College of Agriculture Printer to a personal Macbook or iMac.

Ag - How to add a shared mailbox or calendar to your Outlook (Classic) desktop app (Windows)

This article provides instructions on how to add a shared mailbox or shared calendar to your Outlook desktop app.

Ag - How to allow a local connection while connected to VPN on a Windows Computer

This article walks users through turning on the optional ability to connect to a Local (LAN) Network while on the Cisco VPN. This option will allow users at home to be connected to the VPN and still access/print to their home printers.

Ag - How to Export/Import bookmarks from browsers

This article will help users with creating a backup file for their Bookmarks

Ag - How to find your computer name and IP address on managed Windows and Mac computers

How to find the computer name and IP address on managed Windows and Mac computers.

Ag - How to fix the Meetings tab not loading in Zoom Workplace

This Knowledge Base will take users through fixing the Meetings tab in Zoom Workplace not populating

Ag - How to Request Getting a New Printer Added to the Network

This article takes you through the steps to go through to get a new printer added to the network.

Ag - How to set a default browser on your Windows 11 Computer

This article will take you through the steps to setup your default browser on a Windows 11 computer

Ag - How to set a default printer on a Windows machine

This article takes users through setting a default Ag Printer on their Windows computer

Ag - How To Set Up a New Windows Computer (InTune/AutoPilot)

Steps for an end user to set up a new Windows laptop or desktop from unboxing to first login.

Ag - How to uninstall the unsupported version of Zoom(Windows)

Instructions for users on how to uninstall the non-supported version of Zoom that some users had installed prior to Zoom Workplace existance.

Ag - How to use Software Center on a Managed Windows Computer

This article will take users through the steps of accessing Software Center and using it to install new software.

Ag - What network drives can I access?

This article contains information about network drives that are available to users in the College of Agriculture.

Ag- How to add a Network Printer to a County Extension office Windows Computer

This Knowledge Base will take you through the steps for adding an Agriculture Managed Printer to an Agriculture Managed Windows PC that is located within the county extension offices.

Assistance with personal laptops and other hardware

The Purdue IT Service Desk strives to provide exceptional support for all your technical needs related to work devices and systems. However, it dos not have the resources to repair personal laptops, computers, or other hardware resources.

Best practices for Secure File Downloads

Article provides guidance on securely downloading information using Chrome, Edge and Firefox browsers.

Daniels School of Business - How to Print from a Personal Computer

How to install and use the Mobility Print app on your personal computer. This will allow you to print while on campus.

How can I add or remove printers on my Purdue-owned computer using Papercut’s Print Deploy tool?

Instructions for adding or removing a printer using PaperCut's Print Deploy tool.

How do I clear Cookies and Cached Site Data?

Issues that are caused by the web browser (Google Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Microsoft Edge, etc.) can sometimes be solved by clearing cookies and cached site data.

How do I configure my router for use in the Residence Halls?

This article requests that personal routers not be used within the residence halls on campus.

How do I connect a device to the Wi-FI if it isn't a Computer or Smartphone?

PAL-Gadgets and PNW-Media are wireless options available for faculty and staff to use for devices that cannot authenticate through PAL 3.0 or Eduroam.

How do I connect a scanner to HIS?

This guide explains how to connect a scanner to the Hospital Information System (HIS) for scanning and inputting forms and other documents.

How Do I Connect to a College of Science Printer? (mac)

This article is for faculty and staff of the College of Science who wish to connect to a managed printer from their unmanaged Mac.

How Do I Connect to a College of Science Printer? (windows)

This article is for faculty and staff of the College of Science who wish to connect to a managed printer from their windows computer.

How do I download Remote HIS?

This guide provides step-by-step instructions for installing the Remote Hospital Information System (Remote HIS) on both Windows and Mac computers.

How do I find my MAC Address for my Laptop or Desktop PC?

How to find my MAC Address for my Laptop or Desktop PC

How do I find my MAC address in Mac OS X?

This article provides steps to find your MAC (Media Access Control) address from an Apple Macintosh with an operating system of X.

How do I find my MAC address on my gaming console?

Occasionally you may be asked to provide the MAC address of your gaming device to facilitate troubleshooting. These are some steps to obtain the MAC address for some example devices.

How do I fix a http error 400 bad request error?

A “HTTP Error 400” response while connecting to a website may be due to multiple reasons. Here are the most common methods to fix the error that any user can try.

How do I get help with equipment purchased through Purdue IT Shopping Online?

The equipment that is purchased from the Purdue IT website is purchased directly from the manufacturer or distributor. The vendors also provide a warranty on the equipment. For this reason, the company from which you purchased your hardware should be contacted for issues you may be experiencing.

How do I get Wolfram Mathematica for my University or Personally Owned Computer?

Wolfram Mathematica is available to faculty, staff, and active students for academic teaching and learning or academic, non-commercial research use only.

How do I give delegate access in Microsoft Outlook?

A delegate can receive and respond to email messages and meeting requests and responses on your behalf.

How do I install Maple from Community Hub?

How to download and install Maple from Community Hub

How do I install programs and updates from Software Center?

Instructions on how to install programs and updates from Software Center.

How do I install Read and Write Version 12 for Windows?

How to install Read and Write Version 12 for Windows.

How Do I Install SPSS Standard from Community Hub on My Personally Owned Computer

Instructions for installing SPSS Standard from Community Hub.

How do I recover my bookmarks after Firefox is updated?

This describes how to recover bookmarks after a Firefox update.

How do I request a Purdue loaner laptop for international travel?

Traveling internationally with IT devices involves compliance with U.S. export control laws and destination country regulations.

How do I sign in to Adobe software?

Adobe now requires all users to sign in to Creative Cloud software.

How do I solve ResNet connection problems in Windows?

This article provides steps for troubleshooting connection issues in the residence halls if you are using a Windows machine.

How do I transfer my Adobe online files and assets created at Purdue over to a personal Adobe account?

Adobe offers an online migration tool allowing graduating Purdue students to transfer their Adobe files and libraries.

How do I update SAS to the New Term's License?

New SAS license SID files are available each year upon Purdue's renewal of the software agreement with SAS inc. and will arrive on Purdue's Community Hub Storefront in December or January of each year.

How does MATLAB licensing work?

Purdue University has a Site License for Mathworks MATLAB that covers University and personally owned computers of faculty, staff, and students on the West Lafayette, Fort Wayne, and Northwest campuses.

How to access JMP on your personal computer

​​​​​​​JMP Student Edition is free for faculty, staff, and students for academic use through JMP.

How to Add Users to Calendars Using Exchange Admin Center

Internal article (visible only to technicians with TDNext access): Explains how to add users to calendars using Exchange Admin Center for Exchange administrators.

How to download and install SAS from CommunityHub

Instructions for downloading and installing SAS from CommunityHub

How to Open a Shared Mailbox in Outlook Web App

These instructions will guide you step-by-step through opening a shared mailbox in your web browser, using the Outlook Web App.

How to Private Print Using an HP Multifunction Printer (MFP)

Instructions on how to private print to a HP Multifunction Printer.

How to Request Orders (College of Science)

This article is for faculty and staff of the College of Science who wish order IT equipment.

Is consulting available for SAS/SPSS?

The Department of Statistics provides statistical software and design consulting services for the University community.

Nvivo License Renewal

Instructions for renewing Nvivo License

PAE: Adding Purdue Printers To A Purdue Managed Apple Computer

To add a printer on a Purdue-manged Apple computer, do so via the PaperCut app that is installed.

Purdue Fort Wayne- Accessing network drives remotely using Windows

Detailed instructions on how to access network drives remotely for Windows.

Purdue Fort Wayne- Accessing network resources off-campus

An explanation on how to access network resources when you are off-campus.

Purdue Fort Wayne- Connecting to the networking drives on a Mac

A step-by-step process on how to connect the networking drives on a Mac.

Purdue Fort Wayne- Devices Allowed in Student Housing

The document outlines the device policy for student housing, which specifies some allowed and not allowed devices, and provides a guide to connect certain devices to the internet. The document also encourages the users to contact the help desk if they have any questions or doubts about the policy.

Purdue Fort Wayne- Faculty and Staff Accessing Adobe on a University Owned Device

Eligible Purdue University Fort Wayne employees can install Adobe Creative Cloud on university devices by accessing it through the Software Center, following on-screen installation prompts, and logging in with an Enterprise ID using their “@purdue.edu” email. Authentication with a Purdue Career account and Boiler Key is required, and the license allows use on up to two devices simultaneously.

Purdue Fort Wayne- Installing Adobe Creative Cloud - Faculty/Staff on a Personal Computer

An explanation on how to install Adobe Creative Cloud as a faculty or staff member at Purdue University Fort Wayne (PFW).

Purdue Fort Wayne- Installing an office printer for Mac

This guide provides a step-by-step process for setting up a printer on a computer, such as a Mac.

Purdue Fort Wayne- Mac printer error- Hold for Authentication

An explanation on how to fix a printing error for a Mac computer.

Purdue Fort Wayne- No audio in Adobe Presenter

There are sometimes problems with the audio in Adobe Presenter. Nonetheless, there are solutions to fix this issue.

Purdue Fort Wayne- Outlook Email for iOS Mobile Users

Provides instructions for iOS mobile users to set up their Outlook email using the Microsoft Outlook app.

Purdue Fort Wayne- Printing in the Computer Labs

Black and white laser printers are available in all open student labs, teaching labs, and student housing labs. Color printers can be found in KT 217, Neff 113, and on the first floor of the Library. Students have a $50 printing allotment per semester, with charges of $0.05 per side for black and white pages and $0.25 per side for color pages. There is no charge for printing the cover or separator page, and any unused funds can be rolled over to the next semester.

Purdue Fort Wayne- Requirements for Installing a New Office Printer

The document provides a list of requirements that need to be met to install a newly purchased printer.

Purdue Fort Wayne: Using the PFW Microsoft Account Migration Support Tool

This article describes how the user can run the PFW Microsoft Account Migration Support Tool and for what purpose.

Purdue Fort Wayne-Software availability- Faculty and Staff

All of the software availability that faculty and staff members can use.

Purdue IT Windows Laptop Update Process

To maintain security and performance, Purdue IT-managed Windows laptops receive automatic monthly updates. These updates are installed silently, but may require a system reboot to complete. If a reboot is required, users have 7 days to reboot their laptop before it's automatically rebooted. Notifications are received during the 7 day window to remind users of the pending reboot.

Purdue University Computer Hardware Form Instructions

Purdue IT offers Device as a Service, a self-service process to order Windows and Apple computer hardware and accessories for individual users.

Weekly Reboot Exception Process

Purdue IT now allows users to request a temporary exemption from automatic reboots on Windows OS devices (desktops/laptops) due to app installs or Microsoft updates. Devices can be excluded for 14 consecutive days (via two 7 day requests). A third consecutive week requires manual review by Purdue IT. Purdue IT may still reboot systems to fix critical vulnerabilities, depending on justification provided in the Reboot Exception request.

What are the eligibility requirements for Office 365 Email, Calendar and Office Products for Students, Faculty, Staff and Affiliates ?

Microsoft Office 365 is now available for students, faculty, and staff at Purdue University.

What are the minimum computer hardware requirements for a student at Purdue?

Guidelines offered here provide a basic outline for the technology required of students on a modern campus.

What is and how do I access ArcGIS?

ArcGIS is a complete system for designing and managing solutions through the application of geographic knowledge.

What is my career account home directory?

All Purdue students, faculty, and staff automatically receive network storage space, referred to as a career account home directory, with 25 GB of storage.

What is needed for using a Smart Card Reader on Purdue IT computers?

How to install a Smart Card Reader on a Purdue IT supported computer.

What is PrintWithMe?

Self-serve printer service that allows Aspire (University Residence's) the ability to print wirelessly from anywhere and from any personal device.

What is the ResNet Acceptable Use Policy (AUP)?

This policy outlines the responsible use of the Purdue University Residential Network.

What is the ResNet bandwidth limit?

This article describes the possible causes of reduced bandwidth speeds in the residence halls.

Where can I find free software downloads for Purdue students and staff?

There are many software programs available to Purdue students and staff.

Why is the software available to me different than other people?

Products on Community Hub are only visible to those eligible to obtain the software.