Laptop Setup Guide - For Macintosh Users
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It is mandatory that you purchase your laptop and go through this setup guide prior to your first day of class. You will begin using your laptop immediately so it is essential that you are prepared when classes begin. |
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| Password | Since UT does not have a strong firewall policy, it is strongly suggested that you create a password for your user account |
| Windows Compatibility Software | You must install Bootcamp, Parallels OR VMWare which will allow you to run Windows software on your Macintosh. See information below for information on obtaining and installing ONLY ONE of these packages: Bootcamp -- comes as part of the Mac OS. Requires that your system be rebooted into the Windows partition. Setup instructions available at: http://manuals.info.apple.com/en/Boot_Camp_Install-Setup.pdf. Parallels -- separate purchase from UT Computer Store. Allows you to switch from the Mac side to the Windows side without rebooting your system. Setup instructions available at: http://download.parallels.com/desktop/v6/docs/en/Getting_Started_With_Parallels_Desktop.pdf VMWare -- separate purchase from UT Computer Store. Allows you to switch from the Mac side to the Windows side without rebooting your system. Setup instructions available at: http://www.vmware.com/pdf/GuestOS_guide.pdf. Go to Page 43. |
| Antivirus | Antivirus Software - Install Microsoft Security Essentials on the Windows partition and ClamAV on the Macintosh partition |
| Spyware Removal Tools for the Windows partition | Spybot Adaware Malware Bytes |
| Windows 7 | Purchase from the UT Computer Store. Must be installed under the Bootcamp/Parallels/VMWare partition (whichever you chose). You should purchase Windows 7 Home Premium, Professional, Business, Enterprise or Ultimate. We strongly suggest that you have a Windows password. Click here if you need assistance in creating a Windows password. |
| Updates | Windows updates |
| Office 2010 Professional Plus (Windows version of Office) | Must be installed under the Bootcamp/Parallels/VMWare partition (whichever you chose). Because the MBA curriculum uses Microsoft Access, you must use this version of Microsoft Office. Microsoft Access is not available in the Office suite for the Macintosh. Installing Microsoft Office 2010 |
| Please note: Once you have purchased your software, the UT Computer Store will install Bootcamp/Parallels/VMWare (your choice), Windows 7, Security Essentials Antivirus, Windows updates, Spyware/Adaware, and Office 2010 for a fee of $125. Please contact them by either visiting the store or calling 974-2930 if you wish to have them do this for you. | |
The following software must also be installed on your computer prior to your arrival on campus. You may choose whether you want to install it on the Macintosh partition or the Windows partition. |
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| Adobe Acrobat Reader | Go to Adobe website. Click here. |
| JMP (MBA and Executive Programs Only) | Installing JMP |
| E-Mail Accounts | Accessing your email (VOLmail) Account via Web Browser Obtaining Help with your email account |
The following items must be done after you arrive on campus: |
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| Wireless Setup |
Connecting to the UT Wireless Network Wireless Registration More Information about Wireless @ UT |
| Remote Printing | Wireless Printing @ UT |
Other Helpful Information: |
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| Smart Ideas | Backing Up Your Data |
| Tip | Battery usage & Security |