Hardware

To print to a networked printer, visit the PrinterLogic page and select the appropriate option from the available printers. 

If you need assistance, review the user guides below or contact the IT Help Center. 

• Adding a Printer - Mac OS (PDF)      
• Adding a Printer - Windows (PDF)    
• Adding a Printer - Windows 10 (PDF)  
• Setting a Default Printer - Mac OS (PDF)
• Setting a Default Printer - Windows 7 (PDF)
• Setting a Default Printer - Windows 10 (PDF)

Smartphones and tablets are miniature computers capable of accessing personal and university data via the web, email, Box, the myNorthridge portal, and other resources. Take the following steps to protect your smartphone or tablet and promptly report lost or stolen devices to Campus Police Services.

Tips to Secure All Smartphones and Tablets

• Install and register a STOP Theft security plate with Campus Police
• Set a PIN code or password to prevent unauthorized access
• Do not use third-party apps with university-protected data
• Only browse to trusted websites and avoid providing confidential information via the web or by email
• Do not jailbreak your device and only download apps from the official app store for your device (Apple iTunes, Google Play, etc.)
• Avoid downloading protected data to your device; instead, reference data in its source location (e.g. SOLAR, Box).

Security Tips for iPhones and iPads 

• Download, install, and test Find my iPhone or Find my iPad
• Enable the encryption option when backing up your device to a laptop or desktop.

Note: Apple's restricted-access platform design and rigorous app-screening processes greatly reduce the risk of malicious software entering your device. Apple does not provide built-in anti-virus software and third-party anti-virus apps are restricted from accessing the necessary layers on iPads and iPhones to provide effective anti-virus security. There are currently no effective anti-virus software solutions available for iPads and iPhones. 

Security Tips for Android Phones and Tablets 

• Install an anti-virus app such as Lookout Security, AVG Mobile Antivirus Security, or Avast Mobile Security and Antivirus
• Enable the encryption option to protect sensitive or confidential data stored on your device (make sure your device is plugged into a power source prior to starting the encryption process to avoid data loss/corruption).

Laptop Locking Cables

Using a laptop security cable may be one of the easiest methods of protecting your laptop against theft. Laptop security cables are recommended in any location where you may have to leave your laptop. To be effective security devices laptop cables must be threaded through your desk.

The following is a list of recommended laptop cables. Note: Cables are model specific; please ensure that the laptop cable you purchase is designed to fit your laptop.

• PC Guardian Laptop Security Cable Locks
• Belkin Laptop Security Lock

The following is a list of recommended desktop/laptop hardware configurations for Dell and Apple. If you are planning to purchase a new computer system to use at CSUN, please select from the following vendors to view the recommended systems and negotiated educational discounts for that vendor.

• Apple
• Dell

Accessible Technology Initiative

If you order one of the recommended laptops and desktops that are provided in the links above, you do not need to complete and/or provide any of the Accessible Technology Procurement documents. The approved Electronic & Information Technology (E&IT) requests and Voluntary Product Accessibility Templates (VPATs) are on file in the Purchasing & Contract Administration office for theses models of laptops and desktops.

For more information or to complete the Electronic and Information Technology Procurement form for any other products not listed in the links above, please visit the Accessible Technology Initiative Procurement page. 

Sustainability

All computers listed in the links above meet the University's goal of purchasing equipment that is Energy Star and/or Electronic Products Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT) rated, where applicable. It is the University's preference to only purchase computing equipment that meets EPEAT ratings.

For more information about EPEAT, and to search the EPEAT registry of devices please visit the EPEAT website. 

Purchasing

For information on how to purchase one of these systems, contact your college or department's administrative or technical support staff.