A uniqname is a campus-wide login user I.D., which you use to login to all University resources, including your University supplied email account and email address.  Accessing web resources will also require a password.  This password is known by many names (uniqname password, kerberos password, University password, ITCS password) but is essentially the password that is associated with your uniqname for login to all secure resources associated with the University of Michigan, including those specific to Ross.

Your uniqname login is managed by ITCS Accounts Office (764-8000).  Depending on how and when your account was created, our Computing Services staff may be able to assist you with login issues or can help you work with ITCS to correct the problem.  Please note you may need to resolve some issues in person at the Accounts Office in the Michigan Union.
 

Upon admission you will be sent a temporary University ID so you can begin taking advantage of many of the web resources offered exclusively at the Ross School of Business through the iMpact web portal.

Once your enrollment deposit is received, you will be sent a confirmation with a One Time ID (OTID) and instructions.  You will need both your UM ID and this OTID to create your uniqname and set your University password.  Once this process is completed, you will have access to the full range of services offered in your Basic Computing Package through ITCS.

When selecting a password, use at least six characters with symbols and numbers and avoid anything that can easily be guessed, such as dictionary words, dates, family/pet names, etc.  Visit ITCS webpage for recommended guidelines in creating a secure password.

If you are returning to the University of Michigan, it is important to complete this process to reactivate the services associated with your existing uniqname.
 

Information Technology Central Services offers each student a Basic Computing Package.  Services include the following:

	Uniqname web services ID with password authentication
	Email account with lifetime email forwarding
	IFS network file storage space
	Printing (black/white) allocations
	Internet access
	Auto-updating anti-virus software
	Special student pricing for Microsoft Office software through the Computing Showcase
	Technical assistance

Ross offers additional services, including the following:

	Color printing and scanning stations
	Additional printing allocations
	Wireless network access
	Electronic journals and databases with Web Access through Kresge Library
	Free software training workshops and Microsoft Office assistance
	Laptop Support Services
	Multimedia lab facilities

 

The University of Michigan has compiled a webpage with a list of the various services that are part of your Basic Computing Package and can be accessed with your uniqname login.
 

Your uniqname is yours for life, you just need to update which email account your uniqname directs mail to.  Keep your email forwarding instructions up-to-date in the UM Online Directory.

Login services, including CTools, your email accounts and IFS storage are available as long as you are listed as "Active in Program", which is approximately 30 days after graduation.  If you wish to maintain access to any of these services, such as email and IFS space, you can purchase them through UM Online.
 

ITCS allows students to print up to 400 black and white pages per semester at no charge under the Basic Computing Package - this allocation is for printing at other computing labs on campus, which use a different metering system. 

The Ross School of Business provides Ross students with $200 worth of printing per academic year - printing charges are tracked through your MCard.  Printing at Ross is charged at $0.10 per black/white page and $0.50 per color page (please note that 2-sided printing will still equal two pages).  Additional funding can be added to your account on the Entrée Plus website or at their office in the Student Activities Building. 

On average, each student prints approximately 800-1000 pages per semester.  Our printing allocation is meant to be generous to accommodate printing mishaps, such as poor toner, typos, paper jams, etc.  Therefore, credits are not given.  Your remaining balance will not rollover into the next academic year, and a refund of unused printing will not be issued.  However, this does not mean that students should try to use their whole allotment - please try to "print green".

Visit our Printing page to learn more.
 

All University of Michigan technology users should be aware that by using University equipment they are implicitly bound by certain rules and policies which were agreed upon by obtaining a uniqname login.  These rules include a high code of ethics when using University equipment:

	Do not use your University email address or account to send span or chain email
	Do not use your University email address or personal webpage for solicitation and profit
	Respect software licensing and compliance agreements
	Do not download illegal music or video
	Respect the privacy of other users
	Do not tamper with equipment
	Do not do anything that interferes with the intended use of University information resources

Consequences for violation of these agreements could be severe!
 

Your MCard is designed to fit multiple needs during your time at the University of Michigan.  The main function of your MCard is to serve as photo identification and gives you opportunities for discounts at local merchants and vendors.  The MCard can also be used for various services throughout the University, including food, laundry, library privileges and building access - additional funds can be added to your card through Entrée Plus.  Your printing allocations at Ross is tracked through your MCard by using card readers at all printers.  If you do not already have your MCard, visit the MCard webpage.
 

DiscoverIT is offered each summer to introduce our incoming students to Ross computing resources and assist with laptop purchasing and configuration.  Sessions will also be offered for Winter incoming students.  Self-help information and links, and Q&A and presentation schedules are available at the DiscoverIT webpage.

Information regarding your Basic Computing Package is available through Information Technology Central Services.