2019 BlueView Digital

General Expectations:
It is expected that students using computer technology:
1. Not give out their Blue passwords to anyone
2. Bring system restore discs and other necessary media
to assist system repairs
3. Meet campus standards for network use
4. Have licensed software and proof of license
5. Make regular backups of their data
6. Keep their computers up-to-date and secure
7. Are familiar with and adhere to posted computing
policies: doit.creighton.edu/network-security/security/
doit-security-policies.
Additional Resources:
All full-time students now have access to Microsoft Office
for free on up to five devices. For more details, visit:
doit.creighton.edu/o365-update.
Additionally, Microsoft Windows and other software
offerings are available for students to download at a
significantly reduced price. For more information, please
visit: creighton.edu/doit/software/microsoft/index.php.
Wireless Networking:
Creighton is listed as one of Intel’s top 50 wireless
universities in the country. Wireless is available across
campus in public spaces, residence halls and classrooms.
Notebook computers must have an 802.11 a/g/n wireless
card to access the wireless network. Please visit the IT
website at doit.creighton.edu/network-security-services for
additional information.
The website features instructions for enabling connection
to Creighton’s wireless network. If you meet the required
minimum criteria and are unable to connect, contact the
Service Desk to schedule an appointment. If the cause of
the issue is hardware-related, the owner is responsible
for all repairs.
BluePrint:
BluePrint is Creighton’s student print solution.
Students may print, copy or scan from a Creighton email
account, web browser or print driver. Cost varies by service.
To review costs and get started printing, see
doit.creighton.edu/computing-printing-services/blueprint.
Computer Service and Repair:
It is recommended that students purchase extended
warranty service with all computer purchases (both Apple ®
and Windows). Accidental damage protection is strongly
recommended if offered.
The first place to check for any technical question is the
Service Desk, where full-time analysts (including Apple ®
Certified Service Technicians) provide guidance and
support on any technology issues that arise. Questions may
be sent to doit4students@creighton.edu. Visit
doit.creighton.edu for more information.
The website is also a resource for common support issues.
Please note that the division does provide virus or malware
cleaning and some repair services on personal property,
but students are responsible for providing legal copies
of all media should a reload of their system be required.
Students are also responsible for keeping a backup of their
data. Creighton does not provide a backup service at
this time.
Creighton is an Apple ® Authorized Service Provider and a
Lenovo warranty center. To prevent voiding your warranty,
the Service Desk will not perform hardware repair work on
other brands, but will direct you to the closest authorized
service outlet.
Creighton does not recommend one Windows service
provider over another, but has arranged a discount with
ARN Networks. See arnnetworks.com for more information.
CreightonAlert:
CreightonAlert is a campus-wide emergency notification
system that provides safety-related announcements.
Your Creighton email address is used by default. If you
wish to receive alerts through other means or via additional
email addresses, register online and provide your contact
information at creighton.edu/CUalert. Family members
may also subscribe.
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