How to Use a Windows Loaner Computer

This article tells how to use Loaner computers managed by Middlebury College with how to sign into a computer, install applications and print documents.

Loaner computers are used on a temporary basis by people who sign them out. Loaners allow application installations using the Company Portal.  This article includes instructions on how to install applications on loaner computers using the Company Portal and print documents, and how to connect to Wi-Fi.

How to connect to Wi-Fi and log into the laptop

1. On the Logon Screen, go to the bottom right and select the globe.
2. Select Middlebury College, and then click on Connect.
3. A dialog box will come up asking for a username and password. You will need to enter your full Middlebury College email address and password.
4. Once you are connected, you will need to log in with your Middlebury College email address and password.

How to install applications using the Company Portal

1. Open the Start menu, then search for the Company Portal app (or select it from the App list).
2. Open Company Portal then search for the application you want to install. It will download the software over the Internet. It can take some time to do so.
   • If the application you need isn't available on the Company Portal, it can be requested via the Helpdesk.

How to print documents using Papercut Print Deploy

1. On the desktop there is a green icon called Printer Setup that you will need to open.
   1. Note – You will need to be on the Middlebury College Wi-Fi or connected via Ethernet to print. If you get a screen that says “Well this is awkward” that means there is no connectivity to the printing servers.
2. Once the application has opened you will need to click the button that says, Sign in to install.
3. A dialog box will open asking for your username and password. You should only need to enter your password. Once entered, click on Sign in and install.
4. The installation process might take a few minutes to run, but both MiddBW and MiddColor should now be installed.

Applications that come pre-installed on the system

1. Microsoft Office
2. Microsoft OneDrive
3. Adobe Acrobat
4. Adobe Creative Cloud
5. Google Chrome
6. Papercut Print Deploy Client
7. Zoom Meetings Client