Managed Desktop Service

These web pages describe the established Managed Desktop based on Windows XP and still currently used by some Staff. For the brand new Managed Desktop based on Windows 7 go to:

www.shef.ac.uk/cics/win7desktop

General Information To use the Managed Service log in with your username and password. General software programs can be found in the Programs menu. To access specialist applications select Load Applications menu. General Advice & Best Practice Background information/Desktop Managed Service Self Help Frequently Asked Questions Software on the Managed Desktop Service Current Software on Windows 7 Managed Desktop Software update notifications

Do I use the Managed Desktop Service? The simplest way to tell if you use the Managed Desktop Service is to check your desktop (also called the background or wallpaper). Managed Desktop computers are labelled as such and should also have a version number displayed. You can also contact the CiCS Helpdesk who will be able to tell you if you use a computer running the Managed Desktop Service. CiCS Helpdesk contact details

Information for students The Managed Desktop Service is available in all CiCS managed Student Computer Rooms and Lecture Theatres. Student Computing Service Pre-pay Printing System Student Computer Rooms

Information for staff CiCS recommends that staff should use the Managed Desktop Service on office desktop PCs and in departmental computer rooms. How to print from Managed Desktop Service Buying a Printer or MFP How to request new applications Information for Administrative staff How to install the Managed Desktop Service How to install applications

Last updated: 5 June 2013