The Hotchkiss School
Computer Prep
Connecting Computers to the School Network
All new and returning students are required to follow the steps given below to ensure timely connection to the School network in order to access e-mail and the Internet. Failure to do so WILL DELAY access! Should you run into problems, please contact the ITS Department Help Desk at (860) 435-4487.
Required – Windows Computers
(For Apple computers: click here)
Step One: Installing Adobe Acrobat
You must have Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on your computer. If you
do not, click on this link. After the Web page loads, click
on Adobe and choose AdbeRdr810_enu_US.exe. Follow
the screen instructions.
Step Two: Updating Windows XP/Vista Operating System
Please click on this link to
download the file and follow the instructions.
Step Three: Checking for Service Pack 2
Please click on this link to
download the file and follow the instructions.
Step Four:
Option I - Windows XP - Verifying and Installing Antivirus
Please click on this
link to download the file and follow the
instructions.
or
Option II - Windows Vista - Verifying and Installing Antivirus
Please click on this link to download the file and follow the instructions.
recommended: windows computers
Step Five: Option I – Windows XP - Optimizing Your System
Please click on this link to download the file and follow the instructions.
or
Option II – Windows Vista - Optimizing Your System
Please click on this link to download the file and follow the instructions.
Recommended for All Platforms
Please take advantage of any power saving settings on your computers. Check the documentation that came with your computer for specific instructions on energy-saving settings.
Required – MAC Computers
Installing Antivirus
Please click on this link to get a free antivirus solution.