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Logging into PaperCut

Category: Services

Connect your computer to a UC Berkeley network (Wi-Fi or Ethernet) or connect your computer to the UC Berkeley VPN. Learn more about the VPN » Open either of these URLs in your preferred web browser ...

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How do I connect to Wi-Fi on the Berkeley campus?

Category: Wi-Fi

Berkeley IT manages the Wi-Fi network for the entire campus, including within Bauer Wurster Hall. Visit this webpage to learn how to connect.

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How to add funds to your personal PaperCut account

Category: Student Technology Center

Where to spend PaperCut funds in CED: On 2D printing to the laser printers and plotters in our labs, studios, and the Student Tech Center. On 3D printing in the Digital Fabrication Lab. On materials ...

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Using the CED Render Farm

Category: Services

Prerequisites A CED Computing + Printing Account is required to use the Render Farm. Learn more » The CED Render Farm only accepts Rhino 8 files. Rhino 5, 6, or 7 files are not compatible. As of Spri...

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Software Provided by UC Berkeley

Category: Software

Visit software.berkeley.edu to learn about software licensed by the university. The titles you can download and install depend on your affiliation with the university. Popular examples include Microso...

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Educational Software Downloads

Category: Software

AutoDesk Products (31 Month License) Visit the AutoDesk education portal. Select the product you are interested in, e.g. Maya, Inventor, AutoCad, Revit, 3DS Max, TinkerCad, Fusion, etc. You may have ...

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Laptop Docking Stations [DRAFT]

Category: Computer Labs 214 + 479

[DRAFT] There are ten laptop docking stations in Lab 214 and seven in Lab 479. Your laptop must have a compatible USB-C port. Most laptops manufactured after 2017-2018 have at least one compatible US...

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Optimizing File Size for Efficient Plotting

Category: Printing

When preparing documents for plotting on HP DesignJet T1300 and T1700 printers, managing file size is crucial to ensure efficient processing and printing. Large files can significantly slow down the p...

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Computer Labs with ArcGIS Pro Outside of CED

Category: Software

ArcGIS Pro is available at multiple locations outside of the College of Environmental Design (CED). You can access the software at the following locations: Geospatial Innovation Facility (GIF): Th...

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How to prepare your document for plotting

Category: Printing

  General Guidelines: Master and Print Copies: Always maintain a Master Copy and a Print Copy of your document. This ensures that any changes made during preparation for printing do not affect the or...

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How to get access to DFL or Fabrication Shop

Category: Student Technology Center

Need Access to the Fabrication Shop? Follow these steps: Visit the shop or email (s.prom@berkeley.edu or lizcaputo@berkeley.edu) and provide your CalNet email address to be added to the Fabrication ...

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Computer Lab Policies

Category: Computer Labs 214 + 479

By using the equipment in a computer lab, you agree to abide by these and other policies posted on, inside, outside, beside, nearby, or around applicable doors, spaces, surfaces, and equipment. Comput...

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