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  • Who do I contact about Dorm Computing Issues?

     UVA Help Desk - UVA ITS
    Telephone: (434) 924-4357
    E-Mail:  4help@virginia.edu 

    Live Help Desk Chat & Online Reporting Form also available at this link.

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  • Do you have a smartphone recommendation?

    UVA recommends that the smartphone carrier be either Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile.

    These three firms participate in a program (DAS) which brings cellular signal coverage indoors to the dorms, the athletic facilities and stadiums, the dining halls, various other buildings on UVA’s Grounds.

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  • Who do I contact about the CAV program?

    UVA Bookstore Cavalier Computers -  (800) 759-4667 option 2 or  (434) 924-3475

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  • Can I use a Mac?

    While Windows devices have greater compatibility within the Engineering School, some majors are more Windows depended.  MAE and CEE use several Windows OS specific software.

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  • Is there a specific computer recommended for E-School?

    Students are expected to have their own laptops in the Engineering School. Any computer that meets the requirements of the selected Major are acceptable. Engineering IT recommends that you consider warranty, accidental damage, and storage needs when making a decision. 

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  • Can I use my current laptop?

    Delaying the purchase of a new laptop is a viable strategy. Different engineering majors have their own requirements and purchasing a laptop after you declare a major is a good option. If your current laptop is approximately 3yrs old or newer it should meet first year engineering course requirements. Check out Cavalier Computers for recommendations and specifications if you plan to purchase now.

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  • Your CoPilot is Changing for the Better

    The M365 License, part of the user license associated with all faculty/staff/students for Microsoft applications including CoPilot, now includes the ability to attach and use "cloud files." Linking to a file allows it to be used as a basis for your queries and questions. It's as easy as 1-2-3 in the CoPilot prompt!

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  • E-Waste

    Electronic Hardware Surplus

    Does your department have old, broken, unwanted electronic equipment this is taking up space and you don't know what to do with it?

    Engineering-IT can assist you with the process, just email ENGR-IT@virginia.edu and create a ticket - Subject Line: Engineering Surplus.  

    One of our talented and dedicated members will then reach out to you.

    Here are a few requirements for Engr-IT assistance:

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  • CoPilot

    Lightning Lesson - CoPilot for the Everyday

    Join JO Whitlow, one of our Engineering IT Team members, to see how CoPilot might make your day to day a bit better.

    JO will be leading the Lightning Lesson on Wednesday, March 26, at 1:30pm and April 1 at 10:30am in Thornton A238 - Rodman Room

    Let us know you will be joining - Registration Form

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  • Hacked recently?

    Digital Security - Protect Your Personal Data and the University's Data

    In today's digital world, keeping information safe is important. ITS has started a campaign to do just that for all account users to make sure everyone knows how to keep our data (and YOUR Data) and devices secure. We want to make sure that everyone, including faculty, staff, sponsored accounts, and student workers, learn the right ways to stay safe online. This training is for those who do not use  HSVPN, the training course is called Information Security Awareness Training (ISAT).

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