Tech Setup Guide

Make sure your computer is ready:

• Review our general Technology Recommendations (note: the schools of Law, Nursing, and Public Health have additional requirements for their students)

• Know your computer's Admin username and password: macOS, Windows
  

• Know how to keep your operating system up-to-date: Chrome, Linux, macOS, Windows 

• Install anti-virus protection - see our Anti-Virus & Malware Options guide

Set up your Emory access from your computer:

• Get your Net ID and set your password for logging into Emory sites

• Set up Duo Two-Factor Authentication

• Optional: Request and set up Emory VPN access (note: this is necessary only if accessing certain secured Emory resources from off campus and can be skipped by most students)

• Optional: Select your preferred email address if you would like a different email alias

Once on campus, connect to Wi-Fi:

• Connect computers and phones to EmoryUnplugged (note: if connecting computers to EmoryUnplugged in residence halls, also complete the Network Registration process)

• Connect TVs, gaming consoles, and other IOT devices to EmoryGuest

Install recommended software:

• Log into and bookmark your Emory Email
  • Install/activate Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, Outlook, Teams)
  • Set up Outlook for use with your Emory Email

• Log into Zoom and install the Zoom Client for hosting/attending online classes and meetings

• Install EaglePrint to use campus printers (Note: you must be connected to the EmoryUnplugged Wi-Fi to access this page)

• Visit software.emory.edu/swe to see additional software Emory provides for students to install on their own computers

Bookmark useful Emory websites:

• Canvas: access your course materials
  • While logged in, record your name under Account > Namecoach so professors and classmates know how to pronounce it

• Course Atlas: browse courses and create your schedule

• EmoryCard Web Center: add Eagle Dollars to your ID or check meal plan status

• Guide to Student Academic Resources at Emory: see all learning support resources

• Guide to Campus Life Resources at Emory: see all other support resources

• OPUS: (Emory's student portal): view and manage your enrollment and financial records

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