Requirements for Network Access: Windows and Macintosh
ase be sure your computer meets the following requirements.A. Operating Systems, tested and supported by ILS:
- Windows XP – including SP3
- Windows VISTA – including SP1, or Windows 7, updates current
- Macintosh 10.x (update to 10.5.x before arriving on campus is recommended)
Network Card:
A functioning ethernet network card, (necessary for all connections in dorm rooms and other SNAP jacks campus-wide) A functioning wireless network card (necessary to access wireless services where available)
**Network cards may be purchased and installed at Computer Sales and Service located at 110 Russell St. Call x6376 for details
B. Bates Username and Password:
- You need a current Bates Username and Password to connect to the Bates Network
C. Supported Web Browsers:
- Firefox: 3.x
- Internet Explorer: 6.x , 7
- Safari – Mac only
D. Anti-Virus Program Installed, Updated and Turned On:
You must have Sophos Anti-Virus program (or one of the other accepted brands) installed on your machine. ILS provides Sophos Anti-Virus free of charge to all Bates users. Please consult the following helpsheets for installing and configuring Sophos Windows/Mac.
E. Windows Update (Windows only):
You must install all current critical updates available for Windows.
We’ve prepared a Helpsheet to guide you through process of Updating Windows XP.
Your Windows Automatic Updates needs to be turned ON. We’ve prepared a Helpsheet to guide you through the process of Turning On Automatic Updates.
F. Connecting to the Bates Network:
During the Registration Process, you may be prompted to run Updates again until completed. Temporary access is given to connect to the various anti-virus and Microsoft Windows Updates web sites to accomplish the updates to achieve full network access.