Faculty Laptop Imaging Guidelines and Process
Updated: 28 February 2019 06:45 AM
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Faculty are able to have their personally owned laptop imaged by the Laptop Help Desk. Security This service is useful for updating your operating system, and encrypting the contents to secure institutional, confidential data and gaining access to Windows or special software. Eligibility
What does “image” mean? When we refer to the "image" in the Laptop Program, we are talking about the optimized software installation that we place on your laptop computer. We take one computer, install all the software and then take a snapshot of the computer or an image, which we then deploy to your laptop. You retain full control of your computer: you have administrative access in the operating system to your laptop, so you can install additional software and manage system updates. We image computers rather than perform manual installations because:
What kind of laptop can we image?
How do I prepare for imaging? Backup your computer before you bring it to the Help Desk, since the process ERASES your computer COMPLETELY. You can restore your data when the computer is returned to you. Submitting a Request for Imaging You will speed up your visit at the Laptop Help Desk by submitting a Request for Laptop Imaging before arriving at the Laptop Help Desk. | |
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