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Ringling College Notebook Computer Program

Quick links to information about your notebook:

• About the Notebook Program 
  • The Purpose of the Notebook Program
  • Return Dates
  • What’s Included
• Ringling College Software Center (Mac Users)
• Notebook Computer Safety and Security 
  • It is not a “Laptop”
  • User Password
  • Report Theft, Loss, or Damage
•  Powering Up and Shutting Down the Notebook Computer
•  Store Files in One Location  
  • Meet the Documents Folder
  • Safeguard Your Files with Frequent Backups 
•  Access Ringling College Network Resources  
  • Network Access
  • Wireless Access
  • Wireless Printing
  • Network Storage
  • Campus Portal 
  • Email
  • Campus Laboratory Printers
•  Available Software  
  •  How to Obtain All Available Software
  •  Adobe Creative Cloud
  •  Sharing Ringling’s License On and Off Campus
  •  Software Updates: How to Keep the Notebook Up-to-Date
  •  Removing Ringling licensed software to install your own
•  Support 
  • Parts and Labor Coverage
  • Notebook Insurance Recommended
  • Institutional Technology Notebook Support
•  Important Documents
  • The Notebook Web Site
  • The User Agreement
    • Macbook Pro Notebook Agreement
    • HP Z-Book Notebook Agreement
   

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The Purpose of the Program

The Wireless Notebook Computer Program is an initiative to provide notebook computers for all entering freshmen and new incoming sophomores, juniors, and seniors to augment their instructional laboratory experience and contribute to a more effective higher education learning appreciation.  We believe that the artist’s success in today’s competitive world is dependent on both creative vision and expertise. Ringling College is committed to providing students with knowledge and technical experience needed for lifelong learning. We believe that continued use of the notebook can enhance that adventure.

Note: Incoming transfer students are supplied with a notebook matching what the rest of their peers would have received as incoming freshmen, so brand, model, and software specifications may not necessarily match what is listed above.

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Return Dates

Notebook computers, the power adapters, and included accessories are due back within five days of graduation, withdrawal, or dismissal from Ringling College. Students may keep the notebook over the summer as long as they are registered for the upcoming semester.

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