Laptop Orientation Windows rev. July 2011

Millard Public Schools Laptop Responsibility Contract and Consent  I acknowledge receiving a laptop computer for school use while in the employment of the Millard Public Schools. I understand that I am responsible for following all Millard Public Schools Policies, Rules, and administrative procedures applicable to the use of District technology. Policies and Rules may found on the District’s website under Board of Education ( Technology administrative procedures may be found on the District’s intranet site ( in the Documents section of the Technology Division.  By my signature below, I acknowledge that I have read the following statements and agree to follow these procedures.  I acknowledge receiving a laptop computer for school use while in the employment of the Millard Public Schools. I understand that I am responsible for following all Millard Public Schools Policies, Rules, and administrative procedures applicable to the use of District technology. Policies and Rules may found on the District’s website under Board of Education ( Technology administrative procedures may be found on the District’s intranet site ( in the Documents section of the Technology Division.  By my signature below, I acknowledge that I have read the following statements and agree to follow these procedures.

Care  I agree to carry this laptop in the provided case or a padded backpack, to minimize the chances that it will be damaged or destroyed. When not in my possession, I understand that this laptop should be stored in a secured location.  I understand that this laptop and associated peripherals are the property of the Millard Public Schools and may not be altered, tampered with, or misused. All hardware is remotely inventoried with changes to technical specifications noted.  I agree that I am responsible for the allocated laptop computer. I will not give or lend it to anyone except to return it to the school/District for upgrades, network connection or repair in case it is damaged.  I agree to carry this laptop in the provided case or a padded backpack, to minimize the chances that it will be damaged or destroyed. When not in my possession, I understand that this laptop should be stored in a secured location.  I understand that this laptop and associated peripherals are the property of the Millard Public Schools and may not be altered, tampered with, or misused. All hardware is remotely inventoried with changes to technical specifications noted.  I agree that I am responsible for the allocated laptop computer. I will not give or lend it to anyone except to return it to the school/District for upgrades, network connection or repair in case it is damaged.

 I agree to conform to the Policies, Rules, and administrative procedures set forth by the District, and that I will not use this laptop, in or out of school, for inappropriate or unlawful purposes.  I understand that only software licensed by the Millard Public Schools may be installed on the provided laptop. I also understand that the software installed on this laptop is remotely inventoried by the District to ensure compliance.  I understand that the laptop is not to be used by students, and that this laptop is to be my primary computer in the classroom and in preparation areas, and that desktop units in classrooms are for student usage.  I agree to conform to the Policies, Rules, and administrative procedures set forth by the District, and that I will not use this laptop, in or out of school, for inappropriate or unlawful purposes.  I understand that only software licensed by the Millard Public Schools may be installed on the provided laptop. I also understand that the software installed on this laptop is remotely inventoried by the District to ensure compliance.  I understand that the laptop is not to be used by students, and that this laptop is to be my primary computer in the classroom and in preparation areas, and that desktop units in classrooms are for student usage. Usage

 I understand that this laptop may be used at home (including summer) for projects, correspondence, graduate classes, web browsing, etc. RELATED to my District employment only, except when it might require the installation of personally acquired software. Personal use of District owned computers and telecommunications devices are permitted to contact a child at home, a teacher, a doctor, a day care center, a baby-sitter, a family member, or any other person to inform any such person of an unexpected schedule change or for other essential personal business. Such personal use of District-owned computer systems is strictly prohibited.

Usage  I understand that the laptop is not to be used by students, and that this laptop is to be my primary computer in the classroom and in preparation areas, and that desktop units in classrooms are for student usage

Responsibility  I understand that I am liable for damage, loss, or theft of the laptop as a result of gross negligence. (The District is not requiring a separate insurance rider, policy, or deposit be provided by the staff member.)  I understand that if the laptop is lost or stolen, I will immediately notify my supervisor and the District Technology Division so that it may be tracked and either recovered or its contents remotely terminated.  I agree to return this laptop to the school/District whenever requested for occasional maintenance, updates, or repairs and/or at the end of my employment with the District.  I understand that failure to comply with any of the Policies, Rules, and administrative procedures may result in disciplinary action.  I understand that I am liable for damage, loss, or theft of the laptop as a result of gross negligence. (The District is not requiring a separate insurance rider, policy, or deposit be provided by the staff member.)  I understand that if the laptop is lost or stolen, I will immediately notify my supervisor and the District Technology Division so that it may be tracked and either recovered or its contents remotely terminated.  I agree to return this laptop to the school/District whenever requested for occasional maintenance, updates, or repairs and/or at the end of my employment with the District.  I understand that failure to comply with any of the Policies, Rules, and administrative procedures may result in disciplinary action.

Complete the Laptop Responsibility & Consent Form 1.Print your name at the top. 2.On the second line of the form, write in the serial number and MPS bar code number (located on the bottom of the machine). 3.Sign at the bottom. 4.Return to me. 1.Print your name at the top. 2.On the second line of the form, write in the serial number and MPS bar code number (located on the bottom of the machine). 3.Sign at the bottom. 4.Return to me.

Laptop Components Ethernet Cable Mouse Power Adapter Laptop

Laptop (External)– Identify:  Power Connector  USB Ports  CD/DVD Drive and Release Button  Audio In  Audio Out  Projection Device Port  Ethernet Port  Power Connector  USB Ports  CD/DVD Drive and Release Button  Audio In  Audio Out  Projection Device Port  Ethernet Port

Laptop Lights and Keys– Identify:  Power Light/ Button  Wireless Light/ Button  Caps Lock Light/ Key  Function Key (fn)  Screen Brightness keys  Projection key  Sleep key  Power Light/ Button  Wireless Light/ Button  Caps Lock Light/ Key  Function Key (fn)  Screen Brightness keys  Projection key  Sleep key

Getting Started  Connect to the MPS network.  We’re in a wireless environment right now so you don’t need to connect your Ethernet cable.  Power up your laptop.  Connect to the MPS network.  We’re in a wireless environment right now so you don’t need to connect your Ethernet cable.  Power up your laptop.

Login  Login with your district-provided username and password

Novell Login When logging in from outside the District be sure to click on Computer Only Logon

System Tray Indicators 1.Click here for more start-up functions 2.Point your mouse and hover over the battery icon in the System Tray (lower-right corner of your screen) to determine remaining battery power. 3.The wireless indicator will display the strength of the wireless signal

Extending Battery Life  Calibrate the battery sometime during the first week (if you have a new machine).  This a simple process of FULLY discharging and recharging your battery.  Once a battery is calibrated, you can switch between power and battery at any charge level WITHOUT DAMAGING the battery.  You only have to calibrate your battery once!  Calibrate the battery sometime during the first week (if you have a new machine).  This a simple process of FULLY discharging and recharging your battery.  Once a battery is calibrated, you can switch between power and battery at any charge level WITHOUT DAMAGING the battery.  You only have to calibrate your battery once!

Resetting Your Laptop  If the laptop does not respond (freezes) and you need to restart it: 1.On your keyboard, press simultaneously. 2.From the Task Manager, select the application that is “Not Responding.” 3.If that doesn’t solve the problem, or pressing does nothing, then press and hold the Power Button for FIVE (5) seconds. 4.Release the button. Wait a few seconds. 5.Press the Power Button on again.  NOTE: Anything not saved will be lost through this process!  If the laptop does not respond (freezes) and you need to restart it: 1.On your keyboard, press simultaneously. 2.From the Task Manager, select the application that is “Not Responding.” 3.If that doesn’t solve the problem, or pressing does nothing, then press and hold the Power Button for FIVE (5) seconds. 4.Release the button. Wait a few seconds. 5.Press the Power Button on again.  NOTE: Anything not saved will be lost through this process!

MPS Network  When you are connected to the MPS Network, your login provides access to your building server.  On your building server, there is a user directory provided for you, as well as some shared building directories.  When you are connected to the MPS Network, your login provides access to your building server.  On your building server, there is a user directory provided for you, as well as some shared building directories. If you open My Computer (on your Desktop), you can view all the drives/ directories to which you have access.

Your User/Home Directory Your home directory is your H: drive. Your H: drive starts with your username. All files should be saved to your server. Your home directory is your H: drive. Your H: drive starts with your username. All files should be saved to your server. User Home Drive

Saving Files to Your Server  When you are inside the MPS network, you should save files to your server.  Change the default file location in the Save As dialog box to your server directory.  When you are inside the MPS network, you should save files to your server.  Change the default file location in the Save As dialog box to your server directory.

Saving Files – Workstation Only  When you are away from the MPS Network (e.g., at home, etc.), you will save your files ‘locally.’  You can create a folder in My Documents or on your Desktop to store files locally until you return to the MPS Network.  Use this folder to move files back up to the server when you return to the network.  When you are away from the MPS Network (e.g., at home, etc.), you will save your files ‘locally.’  You can create a folder in My Documents or on your Desktop to store files locally until you return to the MPS Network.  Use this folder to move files back up to the server when you return to the network.

Changing Your Password 1.On your keyboard, simultaneously press the,, keys. 2.Click on the Change Password button. 3.On the left side, select the MPS_Tree, if necessary. 4.On the right side, type your current password. 5.Press the key. 6.Type your new password. 7.Press the key. 8.Re-type your new password in the ‘Confirm’ field. 9.Click OK. The next time you login, you will use your new password on this computer. *Note: these steps change ONLY your computer/network password. Other passwords ( , Infinite Campus student management system, etc.) must be changed separately. 1.On your keyboard, simultaneously press the,, keys. 2.Click on the Change Password button. 3.On the left side, select the MPS_Tree, if necessary. 4.On the right side, type your current password. 5.Press the key. 6.Type your new password. 7.Press the key. 8.Re-type your new password in the ‘Confirm’ field. 9.Click OK. The next time you login, you will use your new password on this computer. *Note: these steps change ONLY your computer/network password. Other passwords ( , Infinite Campus student management system, etc.) must be changed separately.

Remember!  Only change your computer password while you are IN the Millard network.  This will change the password while your computer is ON the network. The next time you login, your computer will recognize your new password, and the network will recognize your new password.  If you change your password while you’re at home, the network will not recognize your new password.  Only change your computer password while you are IN the Millard network.  This will change the password while your computer is ON the network. The next time you login, your computer will recognize your new password, and the network will recognize your new password.  If you change your password while you’re at home, the network will not recognize your new password.

Going Mobile…  IMPORTANT!!! Always Log off or Shutdown the laptop when moving from one network environment to another– home-to- school, school-to-home.  This will ensure your password protection is in place.  IMPORTANT!!! Always Log off or Shutdown the laptop when moving from one network environment to another– home-to- school, school-to-home.  This will ensure your password protection is in place.

Where Do I Go From Here?  Make sure all your laptop components are packed in your bag.  If necessary calibrate your battery sometime in the next week.  Change your computer/network password within the next week.  When you use your laptop in your classroom:  Plug the Ethernet cable in your laptop and into the drop on the wall. When you have the option of going ‘wireless’ or ‘wired,’ always choose ‘wired.’  Start using this laptop immediately!  Make sure all your laptop components are packed in your bag.  If necessary calibrate your battery sometime in the next week.  Change your computer/network password within the next week.  When you use your laptop in your classroom:  Plug the Ethernet cable in your laptop and into the drop on the wall. When you have the option of going ‘wireless’ or ‘wired,’ always choose ‘wired.’  Start using this laptop immediately!

FAQs 1.Are teachers liable for damage, loss, or theft of the laptop computer that is issued to them? A: Unless it is the result of gross negligence, teachers are not responsible for accidental damage, loss, or theft. 2.Will the laptops have “wireless cards” built into them? What does this mean? A : Yes, the laptops have wireless cards. The laptops are capable of receiving a wireless signal from any MPS building or any open wireless network. 3.Will I be able to connect to the internet from home? A: Yes, you may connect to the internet at home the same way you connect now. 4.Will teachers be able to access their building server space from home? A: Yes, by using the following URL you able to access your server file from: There are instructions on the log-in page 5.How can files that reside on a laptop be protected if the computer is lost or stolen? A: A third-party tracking system is installed on your laptop. It cannot be enabled by the third-party until MPS reports the laptop stolen and files a police report.

FAQs (cont.) 6.What software titles will be loaded on the laptops? A : Microsoft Office, internet browsers… any software that you will need specific to your curriculum or position will be installed in your buildings. 7.Will teachers be able to load additional software as they wish? A: Teachers may not load additional software. This is remotely inventoried and part of MPS policy. In order to keep our machines functioning properly, it is important that you do not load non-standard software and applications. No game software, Turbo Tax, FONTS, etc. Exceptions will be made for iTunes and hardware drivers necessary for you to print at home. FYI… if you purchase music from iTunes, you are responsible for your own backups. MPS does not provide service, support, or reimbursement for lost iTunes. 8.Will students be allowed to use teacher laptops? A: No, it is against MPS policy for students to use teacher laptops under ANY conditions. 9.What will be the process for laptops that need repair? A: The ONLY process is to take the laptop to your building tech facilitator/initiator. Please consult your mentor or department head for the name of you building’s contact person. 6.What software titles will be loaded on the laptops? A : Microsoft Office, internet browsers… any software that you will need specific to your curriculum or position will be installed in your buildings. 7.Will teachers be able to load additional software as they wish? A: Teachers may not load additional software. This is remotely inventoried and part of MPS policy. In order to keep our machines functioning properly, it is important that you do not load non-standard software and applications. No game software, Turbo Tax, FONTS, etc. Exceptions will be made for iTunes and hardware drivers necessary for you to print at home. FYI… if you purchase music from iTunes, you are responsible for your own backups. MPS does not provide service, support, or reimbursement for lost iTunes. 8.Will students be allowed to use teacher laptops? A: No, it is against MPS policy for students to use teacher laptops under ANY conditions. 9.What will be the process for laptops that need repair? A: The ONLY process is to take the laptop to your building tech facilitator/initiator. Please consult your mentor or department head for the name of you building’s contact person.