Discount on departmental purchases of Dell computers
by E. Dover, Computing and Network Services
published April 18, 2006
Every year Computing and Network Services works with computer vendors
to get the best pricing for annual workstation upgrades in the university
computing labs. As in past years, CNS has
worked with vendors to extend the price break to
other campus units. This year's package is being
provided by Dell at a price of $922 per workstation and may be
purchased at this price through September 2006 from
Dell. This package includes the following specifications:
Processor: Intel Pentium 4 3GHz
Memory: 1GB
Hard Drive: 80GB SATA
Optical Drive: CR-RW/DVD Reader combo drive
Monitor: Dell 19-inch UltraSharp Flat Panel
Warranty: 4 year On-Site
See the official Dell quote at the following location:
http://main.itac.ksu.edu/dell_specs.pdf
This year CNS is empowering units to make their
purchases directly through Dell in an effort to give departments the
greatest latitude on their ordering timelines. If your department would
like to participate in this pricing, contact Dell representative
Chris Fuegner at 314-862-1138 or
christopher_fuegner@dell.com
and reference quote number 277301274.
Note: This package does not include a floppy drive. If you need a floppy
drive, ask the Dell representative
when obtaining a quote for your order. Dell also has promised
competitive pricing for unique department
needs as long as they are based off of the original quote.
For any questions concerning this quote or the Dell system being
offered, contact Chris Fuegner, 314-862-1138,
christopher_fuegner@dell.com.
Faculty and staff can participate in Dell purchase
by E. Dover, Computing and Network Services
published April 18, 2006
Dell computers also can be purchased for $922 by faculty and staff for personal use. There are a few differences in the departmental purchase that individuals must follow. These include:
- Computers must be purchased by July 31, 2006.
- The specifications listed on the quote cannot be changed.
- The contact phone number is 866-257-4711.
- The member ID number is US21184838
- The quote number is 288403801.
Windows systems not permitted on K-State network
by R. Becker, Telecommunications
published April 18, 2006
Friday, June 30, 2006 is the last day that computers running versions of Microsoft Windows operating system will be allowed to connect to the K-State network. These include:
- Windows 98
- Windows 98SE
- Windows ME
- Windows NT
After June 30, 2006, Microsoft will no longer provide security patches for these versions. Likewise, K-State's antivirus software will not be supported on these operating systems. Update your operating systems before June 30 to ensure your secure connection to the K-State network.
Update LASER Project
by A. Hagedorn, Information Technology Assistance Center
published April 18, 2006
In the interest of K-State students, faculty, staff and administrators, the LASER Project Team has agreed with Oracle’s recommendation to switch the student system replacement effort from implementing the Oracle Student Solution to the Oracle/PeopleSoft Campus Solutions software to provide the functionality needed by the university. The business process analysis and much of the other effort expended on this project to date is independent of the software implementation, and will not be lost as a result of this product swap. This will not affect the Financial Information System that was implemented last summer.
The LASER Project Team is in the process of re-planning and re-scoping the student system replacement project and developing the timeline for full implementation of the Oracle/PeopleSoft Campus Solutions and retirement of K-State's legacy student systems.
The LASER Project website will soon be edited to reflect these changes in the project plans. Look for more updates in future issues of InfoTech Tuesday.
Register today for CHECK 2006
by A. Hagedorn, Information Technology Assistance Center
published April 18, 2006
This year’s conference will be held on May 23-24 in the K-State Student Union. Tracks include:
- Track 1 University IT Projects-Challenges and Results
- Track 2 Using Technology Innovations in Higher Education
- Track 3 Communications and Customer Support within an Educational Entity
Registration deadline for CHECK 2006 is May 12. After the deadline, late registration will be available at a rate of $100. Go to the CHECK 2006 website to register and preview the conference agenda.
IDT Roundtable April 20: Maximizing Online Student Groups
by S. Mukherjee, Office of Mediated Education
published April 18, 2006
The final session of the Spring 2006 series of the IDT
Roundtable is 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Thursday, April 20, in
Room 212 of the K-State Student Union. The topic is "Maximizing Online
Student Groups".
Have you ever thought about using groups in your online class,
but weren't sure how to do it? Ever curious about what kinds of
activities work well with online groups? Come join us as we
walk through the basic "how to" steps for creating and
facilitating online groups and then discuss
strategies and best practices.
Coffee, tea, and water will be available. You are welcome to
bring your lunch. If you plan to attend, RSVP to
catl@k-state.edu or 532-7828.
Reminder: Department software requests for labs and InfoCommons
by E. Dover, Computing and Network Services
published April 18, 2006
Academic departments that would like to add course-related software to the computers in the K-State InfoCommons and university computing labs should submit their requests immediately. Requests can be made using the online software request form. Review the complete list of guidelines before submitting requests.
Questions about this process should be sent to Eric Dover, edover@k-state.edu.
New Autodesk software presentation April 26
by K. Leonard, Computing and Network Services
published April 18, 2006
John Olson, Avatech Solutions, will be on campus April 26-27 to
introduce the new Autodesk software that's scheduled to begin shipping in
mid-June. An open meeting is scheduled 2:30 p.m. Wednesday,
April 26, in Union 205.
K-State has a site
license covering most Autodesk products. A consortium of K-State colleges and
departments contribute annually to the $27,500 renewal fee. K-State units
interested in joining the consortium should contact Kathy Leonard
(kantink@k-state.edu, 532-4926).
For more information, see
Announcing Autodesk Design Institute 7.
Podcasting at K-State
by B. Vandiviere, Office of Mediated Education
published April 18, 2006
Podcasting is on the rise at K-State.When instructors make their content available through a podcast, it allows students the flexibility to review and study with various mobile devices and personal computers.
Three versions of podcasting content are currently available. The audio only podcast is great for listening to lectures while walking, driving, and working out. The dynamic podcast format is more engaging with voice, slides, annotations, and even links. This format is commonly used for review and study aids because it uses indexed chapters for faster navigation. Video podcasting delivers rich media to students. All of these methods are being used on campus today. For MAC users, GarageBand is a good software to use for
creating
podcasts. PC users try Audacity, http://audacity.sourceforge.net/, a free software for recording.
The new version of Tegrity converts lectures into a podcasting format.
By fall 2006 semester over 1000 lectures will be available as a podcast, making K-State one of the largest podcast libraries in the country. For more information about podcasting contact Bryan Vandiviere at bzv@ksu.edu or 532-2508
Q & A with regional Novell representative
by M. Dowlin, Human Ecology
published April 18, 2006
The regional Novell representative will be on campus at 12:15 p.m. April 25th. This question and answer session will beon any topic about Novell in Throckmorton 4031 (fourth floor of Throckmorton at the southeast corner). Pizza and drinks will be provided by Novell.
If you plan on attending, contact mdowlin@ksu.edu.
IT by the numbers: Electronic Grade Submission system training
by S. Silva, Information Technology Assistance Center
published April 18, 2006
Electronic Grade Submission system training began at 8:00 a.m. on April 10, 2006 and is continuing through noon, May 5, 2006. To date:
- 83 people have enrolled in the instructor-led training sessions
- 113 people have enrolled in the online training
- 116 people have completed training and have been granted access to the system.
The Office (central IT softball team): Stats from yesterday's double header:
- 4 home runs
- 5 strikeouts by Bryan Vandiviere
- 1-2: overall record
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