Remote Learners Technology Checklist

The following technology checklist guides you through setting up your computer for access to campus resources that help you stay connected and complete your courses remotely.

IT Accounts for DePauw Students

Learn about your IT accounts, and then log in to your DePauw Account (aka Personal Portal or e-Services) and your DePauw Google Account Email.

Note: To access Moodle, Box, and other systems, you will log in using your DePauw Account credentials (i.e., username and password).

Online Portals for DePauw Students

Review this list of online portals used to interact in classes, manage your activities, connect to resources, and review your records at DePauw.

Mac Software and Tools

Download the recommended software you need to access the network and keep your laptop safe from viruses and other malware. Not only is this software free to you, but also you will install it on your own by using the easy to follow instructions provided to you in the links.

Note: You must be logged in to the DePauw’s Virtual Desktop or DePauw’s VPN to complete some of the downloads.

Windows Software and Tools

Download the recommended software you need to access the network and keep your laptop safe from viruses and other malware. Not only is this software free to you, but also you will install it on your own by using the easy to follow instructions provided to you in the links.

Note: You must be logged in to the DePauw’s Virtual Desktop or DePauw’s VPN to complete some of the downloads.

Virtual Lab Desktops

If you use applications that require you to be on campus or directly connected to the DePauw campus network to use them, such as the DePauw I: drive, specialized software that is in the computer labs, or other on-campus computing resources, a Virtual Desktop is available at desktops.depauw.edu. Your professor will let you know if this is the case. More information is available at Virtual Desktop for Macs and Virtual Desktop for Windows.

Information Security

Go to Information Security to learn safeguards for managing your data, keeping your devices secure, protecting your identity, how to install free antispyware software, removing spam from your inbox, and more.

International Students

If you are having issues connecting remotely to some DePauw online resources, review connect to your DePauw Google, e-Services, Moodle, etc  to learn about using DePauw’s Virtual Desktop or DePauw’s VPN.

How to access and use Zoom from China

Internet Performance

Learn more about improving Internet performance when learning remotely.

Other DePauw IT Resources

Learn about the additional DePauw IT resources that are available to you.

Stay Informed

Tech-Notices emails and tweets from DePauw’s IT HelpDesk provide up-to-the-minute information about IT-related service announcements, known system issues, and other IT tips & tricks.

Follow us: @DePauwIT.

Tips for Learning Remotely

Learn tips on how to work or study from off campus.

Resources if you visit campus

DePauw ID Card

Your DePauw ID card will identify you as a member of the DePauw community, as well as enable you to use campus network printers, borrow materials from the library, access the Welch Fitness Center, and more. Go to ID OneCard and FAQs to learn more about your DePauw ID Card.

On-Campus WiFi

Go to Wireless Access to find out about using secure access when you are on campus and other helpful tips.

Printing and Copying

Go to Printing/Copying/Scanning for information on the different options available on campus, how to download print drivers on your computer, fees, student print quotas, checking your print balance, and more.

Print the Student HelpDesk Brochure.

Updated: 3/8/2021