Preparing Your Computer Prior to Arriving on Campus

There are a number of things you should do to prepare your Windows computer for connection to the campus network prior to your arrival on campus. Macintosh systems are not required to perform the steps listed below.

Install Windows Updates

• Go to http://update.microsoft.com/microsoftupdate.
• Follow the instructions provided to install the Microsoft Update software if it is not already installed, check for updates and install all available critical updates for Windows.

Use Up-to-Date Anti-virus Software

Note: Students with a Windows operating system are required to run anti-virus software. To make it easy for students to be virus free, IT Services provides a Symantec AntiVirus software license for every student on campus. Please note: You will not be able to download this version until your computer is connected to the CSB/SJU campus network. However, your computer should be virus-free before you bring it to campus.

To scan for and remove existing viruses, take the following steps:
(Note: This utility is not available for Windows Vista operating systems.)

• Go to http://security.symantec.com.
• Start the Virus Detection check.
• Accept the license agreement and privacy policy.
• Follow the instructions provided on the screen to complete the virus scan process.
• If any viruses are detected, locate information on the viruses at http://securityresponse.symantec.com/avcenter/vinfodb.html, and follow the instructions provided to remove them.

More Information

Network connections, available in all residence hall rooms, provide Ethernet connectivity to the Internet and network resources for student-owned PCs and Macs, free of charge, 24 hours-a-day.

In order to get connected, student-owned computers need an Ethernet card. Most new computers have one built in; however, if you do not have an Ethernet card, one can be purchased from the Computer Store on campus. Call the Computer Store at 320-363-2864 with any questions.

See Requirements for Student Owned Computers Connecting to the CSB/SJU Network for more information on minimum requirements for connecting personal computers to the campus network.

A "Get Connected" guide with instructions for connecting to the campus network, Ethernet cables and Office 2007 software, for $9.00, will be available on move-in day for students.