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Windows 2000

Basics of Working with Windows 2000

When working in the general access Windows computer labs it is important for students to connect as themselves. If you sit down at a station and do not have to connect, it means that the previous user did not disconnect and the machine is still mapped to the previous student's H: drive. You will need to disconnect the previous student and then connect as yourself.

When you log on, you are connected to the SGS (Student Global Server); drives are mapped for access to your data, and your profile settings are reestablished. The following document covers the basics of Connecting to Windows 2000.

return to topLogging On a 2000 Station

Before you begin the connection process you want to make sure that the last person logged off. If you see the screen that says "Press Ctrl+Alt+Delete to log on," the last person logged off when they were done working. If you see the standard desktop or a program open, you must disconnect the previous user. To do this refer to the instructions for Logging Off a 2000 Station and then continue with the appropriate section below to log in as yourself.

Connecting as Yourself

  1. Press [Ctrl]+[Alt]+[Delete]
    All three keys must be pressed together.

  2. In the User name text box, type your Windows user name
         This is the same as your email user name.

  3. In the Password text box, type your password
    EXAMPLE: uwec?1234
    NOTE: For information on passwords, including how to change your password, see Windows 2000 Passwords.

  4. Verify that the domain is: UWEC
    HINT: If  not, from the pull-down listing, select UWEC

  5. Click OK

  6. Click CLOSE

return to topOpening Programs

Programs are available through the Start menu. Most of the programs used by UWEC students are located in the UWEC Standard Software group. Specialized department programs are located in Department Software.

  1. From the Start menu, select Programs » UWEC Standard Software (or appropriate choice)
         A list of available programs appears.

  2. From the list of programs, select the appropriate program
    The selected programs opens.

return to topClosing Programs

Closing programs before logging out helps protect your data and is strongly recommended. The following generic instructions will work with most Windows programs.

  1. If necessary, save your work
    NOTE: For information on saving your work, see Saving Files.

  2. From the File menu, select Exit

return to topProtecting Your Workstation & Data

Locking Your Workstation

If you are leaving your computer for a short time, LTS recommends that you lock your workstation. This helps prevent unauthorized access and modification to your data or files. Locking your workstation prevents anyone from using your station but your programs will remain running for quick access when you return to your computer.

  1. Press [Ctrl]+[Alt]+[Del]

  2. Click LOCK COMPUTER
    The Computer Locked dialog box appears.

Unlocking Your Workstation

  1. Press [Ctrl]+[Alt]+[Del]

  2. In the password text box, type your password

  3. Click OK
    You are returned to the Windows 2000 desktop.

return to topLogging Off a 2000 Station

Remember to log off your workstation when you are finished using it.  Failure to log off can result in unauthorized access and modifications to your data and files.

To log off:

  1. Save your work and close all programs that are currently open to prevent problems such as possible data loss 

  2. From the Start menu, select Shut Down...
    The Shut Down Windows dialog box appears.
    Shut Down Windows Dialog Box

  3. From the pull-down list, select Log off (your username)

  4. Click OK
    OR
    Press [ENTER]
    The "Press Ctrl+Alt+Delete to log on" dialog box appears.

OR

  1. From the Start menu, select Log Off (your username)
    The Log Off Windows dialog box appears.

  2. Click YES
    The "Press Ctrl+Alt+Delete to log on" dialog box appears.

return to topWindows 2000 Passwords

If you need help changing your password, please contact the Help Desk, 36-5711.

Requirements

 

Changing Your Password

  1. Return to the Windows desktop
    Close or minimize any programs that are running.

  2. Press [Ctrl]+[Alt]+[Delete]
    The Windows 2000 Security dialog box appears.

  3. Click CHANGE PASSWORD...

  4. After Old Password type your current password

  5. After New Password type your desired new password

  6. After Confirm Password type your new password again

  7. Click OK
    Your password is now changed.
    NOTE: This is the password you will use when you log in.

Resetting Passwords

If you forget your password, you can reset it online. If you forgot your UWEC pin number, stop by the Personnel office in Schofield (ID is required for release of your pin number).

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