Preventive Maintenance & Tips

Back up your computer regularly on external media, ideally a USB flash drive or hard drive. Contact the Help Desk for recommendations on backup solutions. This saves time and money in the event your computer crashes. The cost to recover data, if possible, off-site is around $2000.

If you suspect a problem, (e.g. viruses, noises from hard drive) turn off your computer immediately to prevent further damage. Email the Business Computing Help Desk.

SF State E-mail accounts

New accounts or password changes are handled through the Division of Information Technology: Account Services, ADM 110, x8-6825 (faculty) or x8-1420 (students).

SF State Wireless Access

For info on SF State's wireless access, see Wireless Access