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Requesting Data Communication Services
- Data communication connections will be provided, at a charge, for installations to the campus backbone.
- All data connections (administrative and academic) will be assessed a monthly fee, chargeable to the department budget. This includes pre-existing networks merged onto the campus network.
- The campus data network supports Internet TCP/IP protocol. This connection will provide access to all computing systems on campus which are connected to the campus network, assuming proper authorization. It also provides full access to the Internet.
- Campus network resources include an IBM i-Series and p-Series machines, various Unix machines, a large number of Windows-based servers, and Macintosh servers. Applications include administrative records, library services and catalogues, electronic mail, video conferencing, word processing, spreadsheet, and database software, popular programming languages, and many other services.
- Use of the University data communication dial-in lines or VPN services, and access to and use of campus resources and Internet services are not charged back to the user or department.
- The cost of installing data communication service in newly constructed buildings may be funded centrally if adequate funding is available.
- When a department is directed to move from one building or major area to another, the cost of transferring its data communication service is included as part of the cost of relocation and is funded centrally.
- Departments will bear the costs of relocating a data communication outlet or related service from one location to another within a department.
- Requests for additional data communication outlets or relocation of existing outlets must be submitted via email to AngelaCockrum@missouristate.edu, with the following information.
- Budget to be charged and signature of individual authorized to charge against departmental funds.
- Room number(s), telephone and jack number if available, where the current service is and/or where new service will be located.
- Name and extension of a person the installer can contact for proper placement of service.
- Desired date of service.
- Report any problem with your network connection to Computer Services' Help Desk at ext. 65891. They will determine if you are having a problem with your computer or if it is a network problem. This will prevent your department from an unnecessary service charge. If it is a network problem, Computer Services will notify Telecommunication Services and a technician will be dispatched.