If you are preparing for a new installation, or reformatting your current computer, or upgrading the operating system: 

Please inspect your computer now to identify files (documents, spreadsheets, email, bookmarks, images, etc.)
which you really need on your new or upgraded computer ! Many users take this opportunity to reorganize their files and place them on Artemis.  This makes the computer switch much easier.  In addition, your documents are protected behind a firewall and they are backed up daily.

CHECKLIST OF IMPORTANT FILES

• Word documents   (*.doc)
• Excel spreadsheets  (*.xls)
• Access databases
• PowerPoint presentations
• Old email messages
• Special configuration files
• Firefox, Internet Explorer bookmarks
• Email address book  
• Email preferences
• Palm software including configuration for syncing with other programs
• FrontPage files for web production
• Printer drivers
• Outlook calendar and email configuration  

 Other issues

• The user must back up any music files or personal files including images before the scheduled installation appointment.  
• Please review your old computer carefully to identify all  files which need to be moved to your new computer.
• The Purchasing Dept will secure your new computer with an anti-theft cable. The old computer will be unlocked to be recycled.  Please print and attach the appropriate labels from the Hardware Recycling Program site.
• When a user receives a new computer, we will set it up with the standard software.  If the user wants other programs installed, the user must supply the installation disks and codes.  We can not move programs from an old computer to the new computer.  Please keep in mind that older programs may not run on newer operating systems.  The user is responsible for obtaining the current version of the extra software program.   We can not install software that is not directly required by your Barnard work.
• Please check that the Dell packing boxes are not left directly outside your office door. We don’t want to advertise the presence of a new computer in your office.

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