Answers to questions IT Reps may have as they prepare and assist ChemIT in updating CCB's computer inventory.
FAQ
Q: What's involved and what is inventoried?
A: For each research group, you and ChemIT must confirm the department's inventory of non-private computers and printers (those purchased with any kind of Cornell / research/ grant funds).
Reminders:
- For any computer still running WinXP, ChemIT staff will work with you to either upgrade the system to Windows 7, or find alternative, adequately safe ways to run WinXP if a new OS is not possible.
- This is a good time to let ChemIT dispose of your old computing equipment!
Q: What help can IT Reps get to do this inventory?
A: Lots of help!
ChemIT has two student employees, Alex and Jeannie, who are available for 3 weeks (mid-April to end of classes in May) to assist each group's IT Rep in completing this task.
At a minimum, they can provide you with a copy of our current inventory information.
If you'd like, they can also participate in the task of updating the particulars in the inventory list. This includes updating information, adding items missing from our list, and naturally removing items on this list but which are no longer in service. This is a good time to let ChemIT dispose of your old computing equipment!
Q: I've let ChemIT know my availability and how to get hold of me. What is next?
A: Alex or Jeannie will meet with you, bringing a copy of the current inventory information for your group.
And if you'd like their assistance, you can plan with one of them how best to coordinate his or her work. Please orient them to your spaces and help ensure they can safely move through your research areas. Thank you!
Q: I have more questions. Who do I ask?
A: Please let us know your question! Email us <ChemIT> or simply fill out our web form:
Copy of text sent to CCB Research Group IT Reps, 4/18 (Friday)
ChemIT is updating the Chemistry department's computer equipment inventory, and your assistance is appreciated.
Within the next week, please send an email to <ChemIT(...)> with when you are generally available in the afternoons of any work day but Thursdays, and how best to reach you (email, phone, or visit to your room location). Thank you!
We have two student employees, Alex and Jeannie, who are available for about three weeks to assist each group's IT Rep in completing this task. Here is a short FAQ on how they can assist you with this process, and other information:
https://confluence.cornell.edu/x/jIoMDw
NOTE: For any computer still running WinXP, ChemIT staff will work with you to either upgrade the system to Windows 7, or find alternative, adequately safe ways to run WinXP if a newer OS is not possible.
These hardware inventory reviews must be done periodically, and we welcome your suggestions for improving how we do this work. And please let me know if you have any questions or concerns with this process.
Thank you, -Oliver and the rest of the ChemIT team