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Moving a Computer

Moving a computer and setting it up at a new location is a task that many employees are reluctant to attempt. However, there are only five major components that must be reconnected after a move:

  • Keyboard
  • Mouse
  • Monitor
  • Network
  • Power Cord

Preparation

In preparation for a move, disconnect all of these components from the rear of the computer. The connections are color coded so there will be no confusion when reconnecting them. These components should all be kept with their respective computer for warranty purposes.

Submit a move request with the Distribution department to have your computer moved to it’s new location. The Distribution department is responsible for the moving of goods and equipment.

Setup after move

Once you have had your computer moved to its new location, follow the steps below, referring to the diagrams of the components, shown below, and of the computer back panel shown at the end of this article.

Component diagrams

Power cord

The power cord connects to the the back of the computer as shown in the diagram. It then connects to a standard power outlet in the wall.

Computer powercord

Keyboard and mouse connections

The keyboard and mouse USB cables connect to any of the USB slots on the back of the computer.

black USB Cable

Network cable

There are 2 options for connecting network cables. Most computers connect to the network jack in the wall via a Cisco phone. The phone has 3 ports on the backside. When viewed from the back, one network cable connects from the right jack on the back of the phone to the network jack on the back of the computer. Another cable connects from the center jack on the back of the phone to the network wall outlet.

computer back panel showing ports.

If you do not have a Cisco phone, one network cable connects directly from the network jack on the back of the computer to the jack in the wall.

Note that the cable jack may have to be activated by IT Services if it has not been used lately.

beige network cable

Monitor

A monitor can be connected using either a VGA cable, DVI cable, or a DisplayPort cable.

  • VGA cable:blue vga cable
  • DVI cable:white dvi cable
  • DisplayPort cable:black hdmi cable

Computer back panel diagram

Screenshot of Computer Back Panel diagram

Non-standard items

At this point, if you have any items that are not mentioned in this document, such as scanners, PDA’s, local printers, speakers etc., you can still proceed to the next step. Once you have logged on successfully, you should contact the IT Services Desk at 604-412-7444 if you require assistance with these devices.

Power on

Everything is now ready to go! Turn on the computer and login as usual. If you have problems logging in, contact the IT Services Desk at 604-412-7444 with your login id and the exact error message that is displayed.

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