Technology & Tech Support
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As a student at UT Dallas, you’ve got free access to all kinds of technology platforms, software, equipment and services.
But we recognize how difficult it can be to keep track of everything, so we’ve curated a list of important tech-related resources below.
Our goal is to help you find what you’re looking for as quickly and easily as possible!
Technology Essentials
Have you just enrolled or recently arrived on campus? Please check out the New Student Tech Checklist and download the UT Dallas mobile app to make sure you’re ready to go before classes start.
If the New Student Tech Checklist is too much for you to tackle right now, just start with the basics:
- Find your UT Dallas ID and get your NetID.
- Connect to CometNet Wi-Fi.
- Install the Microsoft 365 apps offered free to all students.
- Check out the eLearning and Galaxy portals.
Computer Labs & Cloud Storage
Need a Windows or Mac computer? We’ve got computer labs located in the Founders Building and the Eugene McDermott Library. Check out the OIT Computer Labs page for more information.
Make sure you take advantage of our free cloud services. Set up your OneDrive account today to get access to 1TB in free storage!
Computer & Technology Purchases
UT Dallas students can get discounts on technology by visiting the UT Dallas Bookstore or buying computers through Dell.
Equipment Loaners
Need to get your hands on technology but don’t want to make a big purchase right now?
UTD students can request loaner equipment from OIT or short-term laptop loans from the Eugene McDermott Library.
While you’re there, you can check out all kinds of equipment and devices, from calculators and cameras to tripods, voice recorders, DVD/Blu-Ray players, and much more.
Printing & Copying Services
For basic services, you can use printers, copiers, or scanners at the Eugene McDermott Library, computer labs, or the CometPrint kiosks located around campus.
If you’re looking to print business cards, posters, flyers, or anything else, get in touch with the Print and Copy Services team, and they’ll help you with all your printing needs!
Streaming Media & LinkedIn Learning
Did you know that UT Dallas students have access to all kinds of free media?
You can check out eBooks and audiobooks, watch movies and documentaries, and take as many free LinkedIn Learning courses as you like!
Tech Support & Training
If you’ve got tech-related questions, here’s what you should do:
- Contact the OIT Help Desk for general questions about technology and computing at UT Dallas.
- Get in touch with the Media Services team at the Eugene McDermott Library for any library-related media questions.
- Visit the TechKnowledgy Bar in the Student Union, the Founder’s Lab in the Founders Building, or the Sonora Lab in the Eugene McDermott Library for help with personal devices and other technology questions.
- Reach out to the eLearning Help Desk for any questions you’ve got about our eLearning platform.