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IT Services

Getting Started

Step 1 - Getting access to IT at the University of Manchester is simple and easy. All staff and students can use the computing facilities located around the campus and to access these facilities you will require a computer account.

Step 2 - Once you have obtained your account details - a username and password - you can log on and use University IT facilities - don't forget to change your password the first time you log in. Please note that passwords must be at least 8 characters long with 2 numeric characters included.

Step 3 - All staff and students are bound by the University of Manchester regulations when using the University computing services so make sure you are familiar with these rules and regulations.

The Guide to IT Services

The Guide to IT services contains a wealth of information about using the computing facilities at the University of Manchester.

View or download the guide here: 

Student Guide to IT Services Student Guide to IT Services  

For an accessible MS Word version please download the Guide to IT Services - WORD

What can I get access to?

Your computer account will give you access to the following services:

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