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Division of IT: New to IT@Mizzou?
IT To-Do List
What You Need to Know About Technology @ MU
Mizzou is a very technology-oriented campus. To make the most out of your college experience, prepare to take advantage of the technology resources available. The Division of IT provides the campus's technology resources, such as computers, networks, phones, cable TV, and ID cards.
MU-Ready Checklist
Make sure that you and your computer are ready for the technology available at MU. Just follow the convenient MU-Ready checklist to ensure you don't miss any steps to get MU-Ready.
- Install anti-virus software. The Division of IT provides free software for students to get their computers ready to use MU's network. Anti-virus software is recommended to protect and maximize the potential of MU's network. Once registered for classes, students can download this and other programs free at the Software Distribution Site.
- Memorize username, password, and student number.
- Review hardware and software requirements.
IT Packing List
Students should know what to bring and what to leave at home.
Pack for yourself:
- Cable-ready TV and coaxial cable (one active CATV outlet per room)
- Valid driver's license or passport
- Mizzou TigerCard student ID
- Your username, password, and student number (it's best to memorize this information)
- DVD/VCR player (optional)
- Gaming devices (optional)
- Touchtone telephone and RJ-11 phone cable (optional — phone service available by subscription)
Pack for your computer:
- All CDs, drivers, and software that came with your computer and all your peripherals
- All CDs, drivers, and software that came with your networked gaming devices (such as Xbox or PlayStation2)
- Ethernet cable (CAT5/RJ45). All computers need an Ethernet cable to connect to the in-room network port. Residence hall rooms do not have wireless access, though many common areas do have wireless connectivity.
- Power strip(s) with surge protection. A power strip is necessary to protect against electrical surges and to provide enough outlets.
- Locking device for laptop computer. All laptops should have a locking device. Students should lock their laptop any time it is unattended, even in their residence hall room.
- 2+ GB USB drive (optional). USB drives are a convenient method for students to transport data from a personal computer to classroom or computing site machines, as well as a means to turn in assignments.
- Printer (optional). Many students opt to bring a personal printer, although printers are available for student use in the computing sites. Students enrolled at MU receive a yearly $35 non-refundable print quota. (Students enrolled for the summer session receive an additional $7 non-refundable print quota.) Students can use their print quota in the computing sites or by printing to a computing sites printer from their personal computer using Print Anywhere software.
- NAT router (optional for multiple devices). If students bring multiple network devices, such as a computer and an Xbox, they will need to bring a Network Address Translation (NAT) router to connect them all to the single Ethernet port simultaneously. NAT routers are allowed in residence halls; however, the IT Help Desk does not support NAT configurations. If the NAT router also acts as a wireless AP, the wireless portion must be disabled or the student may lose network privileges.
What to leave at home:
There are restrictions on particular electronics in residence hall rooms and other campus buildings. MizzouWireless uses the 802.11 standards. Any devices using the same frequency or causing 802.11 interference are prohibited. Although individual residence hall rooms do not have wireless coverage, most common areas do. Prohibited wireless devices include:
- Personal wireless access points (APs)
- 2.4 GHz cordless phones (others are acceptable)
- Microwave ovens over 1000 watts
- Ethernet hubs/switches/wireless APs/non-NAT Routers
Hubs and switches are network devices that distribute data from one incoming port to two or more outbound ports. Due to security issues, hubs, switches, and wireless APs are not allowed in residence halls or other campus housing. Computers and other devices attached to hubs or switches will be denied network access.
Back to School
Upon arriving at MU, students should be sure to accomplish these vital IT tasks:
- Register computer and gaming devices. Upon connecting to the MU network, you'll be automatically prompted to register your computer. The Registry helps resolve security incidents by associating networked devices with their owners. To register your gaming devices, go to help.missouri.edu and search for your device type.
- Visit the back-to-school support station. During move-in, support stations will be set up in residence hall groups. If students need help setting up their computers, they can make a ResTech appointment for free in-room assistance. Visit the ResTech page for more information.
- Subscribe to local phone service (optional). Local telephone service is available by subscription for $12.25/month plus installation. Additional subscription options include long distance and voice mail. If you would like service, bring a touch-tone phone and sign up online in the fall.
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