Documentation on the computer distribution cycle, including standard computer models, software, and recommended peripherals.

Articles (10)

Pinned Article College-distributed Computer Setup

This article contains resources to help you set up your new (or re-imaged) computer, download applications, and (if applicable) restore saved items.

Pinned Article Computer Replacement Preparation Checklist - Back Up Your Data

A guide for backing up your data and preparing to get a replacement computer.

Pinned Article Computing Equipment Moves, Returns, and Recycling

This brief article explains what to do with computing equipment that may need to move, be returned, or be recycled.

Accessories and Peripherals

This articles contains links to ITS-recommended accessories so that users and departments may directly purchase them themselves from Amazon. These are cables, adapters and peripherals that ITS has tested, are known to work, and that ITS can support.

Installing Software with Self Service

Introduction and instructions to self-service installation of software on Middlebury-owned computers.

Mac - Setup Guide

This article explains the steps of the initial log in process on a new or replacement College-provided Mac.

Managing Disk Space on a Computer

Full hard drives can slow or stop a computer in its working, or prevent installation of applications and important updates. Deleting applications, system files, or personal data carries risk. This article contains information to help you take responsibility for managing your file storage.

Standard Computer Models for Faculty and Staff

This article describes the standard computer model options currently available to faculty and staff.

Standard Software

This article contains details about software typically installed on computers provided on the Vermont campus.

Windows - Setup Guide

This article explains the steps of the initial log in process on a new or replacement College-provided Windows 11 computer.