HelpDesk
The HelpDesk functions as a main computer and audio/visual technolgy help facility for students, faculty, and staff. Our focus areas are the classrooms, public computer facilities, student networking, and general technology questions and concerns of members of the St. Olaf community.
The HelpDesk also handles username requests, password changes, assists with application support and media duplication (VHS, DVD) and conversions.
Location
The HelpDesk is located in Rolvaag Memorial Library 251 (level 2 1/2).
From the main lobby of the Library, go down one flight of stairs and
the HelpDesk is located at the base of the stairs.
Hours of operation
During the approximately three weeks at the beginning of the fall semester, the HelpDesk hours are as follows:
| Day | Hours |
| Monday - Thursday | 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. |
| Friday | 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
| Sunday | 1:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. |
During the remainder of the academic year, the HelpDesk is open at the following times:
| Day | Hours |
| Monday - Friday | 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Summer hours are as follows:
| Day | Hours |
| Monday - Thursday | 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. |
| Friday | 7:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. |
Common problems/questions and their solutions/answers
- Forgot your password?
- How to use St. Olaf printers...
- Spyware on computers...
- Viruses on computers...
- How do I reserve equipment or request a technology set-up?
- How/where to scan a photo or text...
- Connecting a computer to the network...
- Send a file or attachment that is too large for e-mail...
- Need repairs made on a computer...
- How do I set up my e-mail reader?
- Problems with my personal web page...
- What kind of computer should I buy...
Get Help Via...
• Phone:- x3830 (or 507-786-3830 if off-campus)
• E-mail:- helpdesk@stolaf.edu
• Instant Messaging:- stocomputerhelp
• In Person in Rolvaag 251- Mon-Fri 8am - 5pm
• Online Documentation

