With the Bradford Campus Manager software to connect to the network we can allow Macintosh Snow Leopard full access to network resources, including network printing, and storage server access. All operating systems should have easier access for all users, including mobile devices (iOS & Android). Gaming consoles and microcells can be registered, although ILS can not guarantee results. The updating process is more flexible. Linux users should consult the following instructions for details on installation: http://cmapp.bates.edu/registration/Instructions.jsp  (Linux at bottom of page).

A. E-mail Access:

1. Every student at Bates receives an academic e-mail address:
   username@bates.edu (first letter of first name, up to seven characters of last name – unless username has been in system before, then a number is added, i.e. astudent or asmith8)
2. We support Bates Gmail and Thunderbird for e-mail at Bates.
3. A full list of supported E-mail choices are also on our web site
4. The use of Microsoft Outlook is strongly discouraged because it is consistently targeted for viruses.

B. File Storage:

1. Each student has access to network storage space for personal files via the Paris gateway.
2. Paris is backed up nightly and can be accessed from any networked computer on campus (SFTP from off campus). For more information:
   Paris: Network File Storage Advantages and Tips

C. Library Catalogs:

1. Access the Ladd Library catalog and other electronic research databases through the Library web page from your dorm room.
2. Library homepage:
   http://abacus.bates.edu/Library

D. Web Browsing:

1. Surf the web using Google Chrome or Firefox with a high speed internet connection.
2. If you do not have a browser, ask your JA or RC for help, or contact the Help Desk at x8222 for assistance.

E. Join the Workgroup:

1. To join the BCIS workgroup and get access to network printing and network file storage (PARIS)
2. Configure Workgroups for Windows XP

F. Anti-Virus Software:

1. Computers registered on the Bates network are required to have virus protection. Bates College supports, distributes and provides Sophos Anti-Virus to students.  Other brands are also accepted more easily now.
2. Install Sophos Anti-Virus (Win)
3. Install Sophos Anti-Virus (Mac)

1. Click on your desktop (Finder).
2.  Click on the Go menu and down to Go to Folder…
3. Type: /Library and click Go.
4. Double click on the Application Support folder.
5. Double click on the Bradford Networks folder.
6. Double click on the Persistent Agent folder.
7. Double click on the Uninstall icon.
8. Your system should ask for your system username and password to complete the uninstall process.
9. Follow the prompts to remove Bradford.

Uninstall Bradford from Windows

1. Click on the Start Button
2. Go to Control Panel
3. Click on Add or Remove Programs (Win XP) or Uninstall a Program (Win 7)
4. Find Bradford in the list of Programs
5. Select Bradford and click Remove (Win XP)  or Uninstall (Win 7)
6. Follow the prompts to remove Bradford

(If you do not have an internet connection, contact Help Desk Services at helpdesk@bates.edu or 207.786.8222)

A. Sophos:

1. Right Click on the Blue Shield icon for Sophos in the system tray
2. Left Click on Update Now
   
3. Updates will be downloaded from the Bates server and installed on the computer. A restart may be necessary to apply all updates.

2) Please verify that you have anti-virus software installed and up-to-date.  Anti-virus software is required for both Macintosh and Windows computer.  If you do not have anti-virus software you can download Sophos, available for free for Mac or for Windows.

3) Open a web browser.  If you are not automatically taken to the Bates College Network Access Control page, type in http://cmappvip.bates.edu/registration/

4) Across from Bates Users click the Start link.

5) Enter your Bates username and password to download the Bradford Persistent Agent.

6) Install the Bradford Persistent Agent.

7) A Bradford window will appear asking for your Bates username and password. Please make sure you are the owner of this computer before entering your credentials.

8) Bradford will run a brief scan of your computer.  If your computer passes, Bradford will report that “You have been successfully registered” followed by “Your network connection is being reconfigured. Please be patient.” Once this window disappears, please restart your computer.  Once restarted, you should be fully online.

If you have any problem or if Bradford gives you an error message, please see the troubleshooting page or contact Help Desk Services at (207) 786-8222.