The following article will guide you through the process of setting up your computer, restoring your data with Druva inSync (if applicable) and installing your most used applications using the Software Center app.
Your computer is ready to run out of the box, allowing you to start as soon as possible, with options to setup a follow up appointment if needed. Review the following instructions to get started.
Step 1 - Confirm your old computer has completed a Druva InSync backup
Remember to skip this step if you are not restoring data from a previous Bowdoin computer.
On your old computer, launch Druva InSync from the Desktop, Start Menu or Notification Area. You should see Backup Complete and a Last Successful Backup date. If a more recent backup is needed, click Backup.
Step 2 - Setup your new Windows computer and log in
The computer must be connected to a power source and to the Bowdoin network with an Ethernet cable during setup.
The first time your computer starts, Microsoft Autopilot walks you through the steps needed to Sign into Microsoft with your full Bowdoin email address and then Bowdoin's Okta sign on page. Please be patient while the computer is being prepared. It may reboot during this process.
At the Windows login screen, wait 15 minutes before continuing to sign in.
Sign in with your User name (without @bowdoin.edu). Once the Desktop displays, automatic configuration will continue in the background and you may be prompted to reboot your computer to install updates.
Step 3 - Restore your Druva inSync data
Remember to skip this step if you are not restoring data from a previous Bowdoin computer.
Once logged into the desktop of the new computer, launch Druva inSync to "Replace Existing Device" and restore data to the new computer.
- The restore can be done from any internet connection, but we recommend being on campus because of the high-speed connection.
- The restore may take from 30 minutes to 12 hours depending on the amount of data.
- The restore process will resume if the computer is restarted.
- Do not install or configure apps until the data restore is complete.
- Your old computer will stop backing up when the restore begins on the new computer.
- During the restore, you may continue to work on your old computer. Save any new or modified documents to OneDrive or Microwave.
Druva inSync restore direction are located here.
Step 4 - Install apps from Software Center for Windows
The following apps are pre-installed: Microsoft Office, OneDrive, Teams, Druva inSync.
Additional software can be self-installed using Software Center for Windows.
- If Software Center is not populated with apps, close Software Center and re-launch in 15 minutes.
- If you do not see Teams on your computer, it will install after the next reboot.
- Please only re-install software that you plan to use on a regular basis.
- If you need a Bowdoin owned application not listed in Software Center, use the Bookings link provided by your Service Desk technician to schedule a remote follow up appointment.
The Make Me Admin app may be used if administrator credentials are needed.
Step 5 - Launch Apps and sign-in
After the data restore has completed, reboot your computer and configure apps, printers and settings.
- Outlook - For directions, see Related Articles or click here
- OneDrive - For directions, see Related Articles or click here
- Teams - For directions, see Related Articles or click here
- Install printers - For directions, see Related Articles or click here
- Set Default Programs - For directions, see Related Articles or click here
Step 6 - Peripheral Setup
You were provided either an Anker USB-C Multiport Adapter or a Dell USB-C Hub Monitor. Follow the tips below for the type of equipment you received.
If you are not familiar with the cables and ports, refer to: Cable Connection Types
Anker USB-C Multiport Adapter
- Plug Ethernet cable directly into Ethernet port on laptop.
- Do not connect to Ethernet port on the multi-port adapter.
- Connect monitor to multi-port adapter with HDMI cable included in the peripheral box.
- Monitor box may include a Display Port cable which is not needed.
- Use the monitor as a USB hub by connecting the included USB cable.
- Connect the USB Type B port on the monitor and to the USB Type A port on the multiport adapter.
- Connect keyboard, mouse, webcam, etc. to the USB Type A ports on the monitor.
- Connect 90-watt laptop power supply to USB-C port on multi-port adapter.
- click here to address low wattage warning on boot.
- click here to address Slow Charging notification.
Dell USB-C Hub Monitor
- Assemble stand and attach to monitor
- Monitor box may include a Display Port cable which is not needed.
- Connect included USB-C cable to the USB-C port on back of monitor.
- Connect Ethernet cable to port on back of monitor.
- Connect keyboard, mouse to the USB ports on back of monitor.
- Connect power to back of monitor.
- Power on the monitor using the power button on the back right corner and use the adjacent joystick to control the on-screen display.
- Select Yes for Always on USB-C Charging, so the monitor can power your laptop.
- click here to address low wattage warning on boot.
- click here to address Slow Charging notification.
Step 7 - Schedule an appointment with your Service Desk technician
If needed, use the Bookings link provided by your Service Desk technician to schedule a remote follow up appointment.
For further assistance, please contact the technician assigned to your CAP ticket or the Bowdoin College Service Desk