How To Guides
Please use the links to the right to browse our documentation. The most read How To Guides are listed below. This is a collection of computing information articles that are mainly specific to computing within Rutgers School of Arts and Sciences.
For information about more general University computing, check the Office of Information Technology (OIT) and New Brunswick/Piscataway Computing Services (NBCS) pages.
How to change NetID password
To change your NetID password, use the NetID Management Tool.
If you have forgotten your password click here.
For general information about your NetID, view the NetID and Services Activation System page.
SAS Administrative Mailing Lists
Sign up for WebEx
Rutgers has entered into a contract with Cisco for the WebEx product. Those wishing to use WebEx should fill out the application form to request an account.
Personal Accounts
- Log into the NetID Management & service Activation page and look for the Service Activation section.
- Find the check box for Webex. Observe the notice: "It may take up to an hour for you to be able to access most services."
Shared Accounts
See the "Shared accounts for Webex" page on the Rutgers Webex website for information about shared accounts.
For support or questions
If you have any questions about or problems with WebEx please submit an SAS REQUEST.
Purchasing Equipment
You can find general information on purchasing at the Purchasing and RIAS web sites. Your department probably has its own policy and procedure, so consult with someone internally on the purchasing process. Many technology-related items can be purchased directly from other units with in Rutgers. The findTech Connections website offers numerous hardware, software and peripherals at aggressive pricing levels. Personal purchases at discounted prices are also available.
Printers: The University runs a bidding process for printer suppliers. See University Procurement Services for pricing. Please note these prices do not include shipping. Different shipping rates may change which vendor is most inexpensive overall.
The University Software Portal should be the first place you look for software. Many titles are available for free or at discounted prices.
There are numerous external sources for equipment and software purchases. Ensure that you have exhausted your internal sources before looking outside the university. Your best price will likely be found internally.