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Windows devices

Windows devices

All brand new Windows devices, whether purchased by the school or delivered through a department-supplied rollout, must be prepared before they can be used. This involves connecting the device to the school's network using an Ethernet cable and completing the eT4L-build steps (F12).

Devices provided as part of the Rural Access Gap (RAG) infrastructure rollout are configured and ready to use. If a rebuild is required, eT4L-build steps (F12) will need to be performed.

To deploy software to these devices or update the operating system, you will need to become familiar with the Software Catalogue and the Universal Desktop Manager (UDM).

If you encounter any problems throughout these processes, check out the troubleshooting information.

Once your devices are set up you can explore resources and PL to help you get started.

Windows devices first -time set up

When you receive your Windows devices they will not be configured for action, they need to be built via the eT4L server at your school. It is also recommended that you rebuild your devices at least once a year or when a new operating system is released.  

Follow the steps in the video below or view the rebuild guide. 

Using the Universal Desktop Management (UDM) system you can manage your fleet of Windows devices simply and easily. This tool enables you to update the operating system, add or remove programs and more.

Useful links

Note: If you are familiar with the ‘Manage my/staff access’ utility it can also handle this process.

More detailed information

Now that you have your devices setup, software installed and more, you might want to go further. Check out the links below for more detailed information:

If you encounter any problems throughout the processes listed above here are some tips:

  • if your device is not responding begin with an F12 rebuild
  • jump into the ICT Support group in the department’s Yammer service
  • if this does not solve your problem or you have additional enquiries log a call with EDConnect.

Now that your devices are up and running it is time to kickstart your journey with technology in the classroom. Take a peek at these resources packed with top tech tips and tricks to boost your skills in no time.

Read - Get back to basics and explore the power of Microsoft Word with magazine.T4L 

Get Back to Basics and explore the power of Microsoft Word with Magazine.T4L

Attend – Catch up on a one-hour PL webinar to get started with digital learning in the classroom using Microsoft tools, or register for an upcoming event

Professional learning events

Watch - Personalise your desktop to streamline your digital classroom on Windows Notebooks

Watch video on personalising your desktop

Discover - Check out the Microsoft OneDrive resources page to start moving your documents to the cloud!

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Learn - Boost your Office 365 skills in 10 easy steps with a curated digital pathway

Learning pathway for windows

After mastering the basics of your device, explore a new set of resources designed to power your productivity with technology. 

Read - Open up magazine.T4L to discover the power of Microsoft Teams and to manage your digital space

Discover the power of Microsoft Teams

Attend – Catch up on a one-hour PL webinar on managing and personalising learning with Microsoft 365, or register for an upcoming event

On demand professional learning

Watch - Transform Microsoft 365 tools with Immersive Reader

Transform Microsoft 365 tools with Immersive Reader

Discover - Listen to a podcast on digital wellbeing featuring neuroproductivity researcher Dr Kristy Goodwin

Listen to a podcast on digital wellbeing

Read - Craft inspirational presentations in PowerPoint with magazine.T4L

Craft inspirational presentations in PowerPoint with magazine.T4L

Attend – Catch up on a one-hour PL webinar to hear ideas for managing learning in a digital classroom on Windows devices, or register for an upcoming event

Teaching and learning with Microsoft tools

Watch - Power up PowerPoint with AI

Power up PowerPoint with AI

Discover - Get your students creating with T4L Kids magazine, a self-guided independent learning resource

T4L Kids magazine, a self-guided independent learning resource

Learn - Take your classroom to the cloud with Microsoft Teams

Take your classroom to the cloud with Microsoft Teams

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