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This guide is aimed at new users of single-user configured UMD Windows devices. There are some simple steps to help you get set up as quickly as possible. During the initial setup you will connect the device to a wifi network and proceed through the Setup Assistant, configuring the device to your desired state. 

Initial setup

  • Unpack your device and power on. The device will then start setting up.
  • If prompted to connect to a network select a University network, or if at home your home wifi.
  • When setup is complete login to your device with your @cam.ac.uk email address and University account password (formerly Raven).
  • After the Company Portal app is installed, open it and choose your institution, and download any software you require.

After initial setup

Accessing your data

  • You will have the OneDrive app on your UMD device.
  • You will have the Z:\ as your mapped drive. Here you will find drives such as R and J.

Office working

  • Set up your eduroam wifi
  • It’s recommended to set up eduroam for your device. Once setup you’ll have access to free and fast wifi across virtually all University buildings and some open spaces in Cambridge.

Remote working

Wifi

  • Choose and connect to your home or local wifi network.

VPN

  • Add your windows credentials
    • ‘Credential Manager’ -> ‘Windows Credentials’ -> ‘Add a Windows credential’
    • Internet or work address: ‘blue.cam.ac.uk’
    • Username: Your CRSid
    • Password: Your Raven password.

Self-service applications

Additional steps

Outlook

Get help

  • If you have and additional questions or feedback please contact the UIS Service Desk
  • Please quote the asset tag number on your device.