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Looking for an available PC?

There are two ways you can view PCs currently available:

1. Log in to the UCL Go! app from your mobile or use the web version and click on the PC Availability link to find free computers.

2. You can also see a map of available PCs on the Cluster room web pages


Confused about how to log in?

For all systems you need your UCL password, but you may need to enter your userid in different formats.

Outlook Web App

<your userid@live.ucl.ac.uk>

Workroom computers

<your userid> only

Wireless

<your userid@ucl.ac.uk>

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IT Essentials for UCL Students

Click on the links below to learn about some of the IT services and resources available to you.

Email and Calendar

Live@UCL email
  • Check your email using the Outlook Web App (OWA)

Go to www.outlook.com/live.ucl.ac.uk

  • To log into OWA enter
  • Windows Live ID: <your userid>@live.ucl.ac.uk> e.g. ucaaxxx@live.ucl.ac.uk
  • Password: <Your UCL password>

Ensure you type @live.ucl.ac.uk after your userid when you log in to OWA!

You must keep a regular check on your UCL email account. Password and Library reminders will only be sent to your UCL email address.

   

 

 

Wireless

Eduroam Wireless service

Wireless

Eduroam

  • Setup

Follow the Connection Guides on our website on how to connect your computer or device to eduroam (you may need to print out the instructions first).

  • Connect

When you enter your userid and password to connect, make sure you add @ucl.ac.uk after your userid! This is different to your email login.

Having problems connecting? Please see our troubleshooting pages

Passwords & Security

Passwords & Security

Passwords and Security
  • Change your password

Use MyAccount to change your password to something only you know. You can change your password at anytime, but you will be required to change it every 150 days.

  • User Authentication

Register for user Authentication so that you can manage your user account and password online or over the telephone. If you don’t register, you will need to visit the Service Desk to resolve password problems.

Get Help

Get Help

 
  • Need to report a problem or ask a question?

Contact the Service Desk:

Web: www.ucl.ac.uk/isd/servicedesk

Telephone: 0207 679 5000 Mon – Fri 8:30am – 5:30pm Vacation times vary

Visit in person:DMS Watson Library– ground floor Mon – Fri 9:30am – 5:00pm Vacation times vary

ISD Service news

ISD Service Desk

 

 

Student Cluster Rooms

Student Cluster Rooms (Open-access computer rooms)

  • Opening Hours

All computer workrooms are open from 09:00 to 18:00 (Mon-Fri) when not booked for classes (some have extended opening hours). Workrooms in DMS Watson (Mezzanine) and Wilkins libraries are always available during opening hours.

Computer rooms map & opening hours


  • How do I log in to the computers?

Enter your UCL userid (e.g. ucaaxxx) and password at the login screen. You do not need to type @live.ucl.ac.uk or @ucl.ac.uk after your userid.


  • How do I print?

When printing, select one of the following queues:

  • ClusterMonoA4Duplex (double-sided) or
  • ClusterMonoA4 (single-sided) or
  • ClusterColourA4 (colour print queue).
You receive a certain amount of credit free to get you started. After that you will need to top up. Full details at: www.ucl.ac.uk/isd/students/workrooms/printing
  • Can I log in at home?

Yes. Log in to Remote Cluster WTS from home and you will be able to see all of your files and folders as you would using the computers in the workrooms.


  • Did you know?

You can also access Cluster WTS from the computers (called Myriad) in the workrooms. When you log in, look for the Cluster WTS icon on your desktop.


  • How can I find a free computer?

There are two ways you can view what PCs are currently available:

  1. Log in to the UCL Go! app from your mobile or use the web version to find free computers. If you have an iPhone or an Android device, you can download UCL Go! app from the appropriate app store.
  2. You can also see a map of available PCs on the Cluster room web pages

 

 

Learning & Timetables

Learning, Timetables & Study Support

 
  • Study Support

Visit our Study Support pages for information on all the tools ISD provide to help you with your studies.

  • Training

Visit our resources pages to view extensive course programme and access a range of learning materials.

  • Moodle

UCL's online teaching and learning environment where you can take part in activities and read resources as part of your studies.

  • Timetables & Portico

View your timetable. You can also use Portico to select your modules, find out your exam results, pay your fees and more.

Learning & Timetables

Portico Student Information Service

PORTICO UCL Student Information Service

Access Portico to select course modules, pay fee online, update contact information and much more. Visit the main Portico Services website for more information.

portico

Mobile Devices

Mobile Devices

  • Email & Calendar

Check your Live@UCL email & calendar from your mobile device. Our connection guides will help you configure your device for Live@UCL.

  • UCL Go! app

Access UCL university and Union information directly from your iPhone or Android device. Get directions to UCL buildings, find out PC availability in workrooms, view your library records and much more. There is more information on UCL Go! on our website.

Anti-Virus Software

Anti-Virus Software

  • Free anti-virus software

Visit the software web page to download free anti-virus software for your machine, keeping it up-to-date and secure.

  • Site licensed software

You can also download any UCL site-licensed software to which you are entitled, for use on your own computer.

Halls

Halls

  • How to connect
  1. Plug your computer into the network port in your bedroom.
  2. If not automatically redirected, go to this web page: https://www.hor.ucl.ac.uk/register/ (this will only work in your bedroom).
  3. Complete the form and your connection will be activated within half an hour.
  • Having problems connecting?

Consult the troubleshooting pages

If you are still stuck, submit a service request via the ISD Service Desk Portal

Halls

 

 

Disability IT Support

Disability IT Support

Disability support
  • IT Support

The Disability IT Support Analyst will help you to feel included wherever possible in everything to do with IT, regardless of your disability. Please visit our Accessibility web pages for more information on this service.

  • SEnIT Suite

The Student Enabling IT Suite (SEnIT) is equipped with an up-to-date range of software and technology, designed for students with disabilities.

IT Essentials z-card

This information is also available in your IT Essentials z-card you should have received at registration, which looks similar to the image below. If you have not received one please visit the ISD Service Desk to pick one up.

IT Essentials z-card