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Adding a Security Exception to Your Browser
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NMU creates its own SSL security certificates used for some network services. These certificates are already installed on NMU issued computers but you may need to install them on your personally...
Allowing Third Party Applications to Install on a MacBook
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Some applications are not signed by Apple and will not be able to be installed. If you trust the application and know you want to install it, follow these steps to allow third party apps to install...
Autoforwarding Email to an MES or Alumni Account
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Email autoforwarding allows you to forward your @nmu.edu account to an MES account or another account on campus such as yourid@alumni.nmu.edu. Thus, a department email address could be forwarded to a...
Backing Up NMU G Suite
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Unless you retire as an employee at NMU, as a faculty, staff, or student your NMU G Suite account will become disabled 1 year after you leave NMU and 3 years afterward if you were a graduate student...
Backup and Restore
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Windows 7, 8, and 10 -- Backup and Restore Drag and Drop Back Up Method (preferred)Backup Using Windows File HistoryWindows Computer File and Settings Transfer InstructionsBacking up Bookmarks/...
Booting into Windows on your Mac
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All NMU issued MacBooks have two partitions, Macintosh HD and Windows. Some programs will only work on the windows partition. In order to use these programs, you can simply boot into the windows...
Caring for a MacBook battery
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Below are a list of battery care recommendations. Apple recommends using the battery and charging it when prompted. Allow the battery to fully discharge, then charge at least once a month...
Common Hardware Ports
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Hardware ports allow you to connect with and utilize external devices. Below you will find images of many common ports. Click on any image to read more about it and to see the corresponding cable or...
Connecting to a Wireless Network (MAC OS X)
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These instructions tell how to connect to the campus network using AirPort. They assume your network settings are already configured. Make sure you are in a location that has wireless network...
Connecting to NMU LTE on NMU ThinkPads
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Is NMU LTE available in your area?NMU LTE is available everywhere NMU EAN is available. Go to the Check Availabilty page and click the "Check Availability" button. Enter your complete address with...
Connecting to NMU WiFi using the NMU_WPA on MacOS
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**This guide is for macOS computers only**To connect a different device type, follow this link and select your device type from the list of different devices.1. Click the Apple Logo at the top left...
Connecting to Projectors Wirelessly
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This classroom is equipped with “WePresent” to connect your laptop to the projector wirelessly. MirrorOp software is now used to connect your device to the projection system in NMU classrooms....
Connecting to the Art & Design File Server
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See the updated instructions on the Art & Design Lab website, http://art.nmu.edu/lab/server.html
Customizing TrackPad Settings in OSX
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Open System Preferences by clicking the Apple icon in the upper left corner and selecting “System Preferences…” Click on "Trackpad" to view all the settings. The first tab includes "Point...
Ethernet Connection Information
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There are more than 10,000 network ports on Northern's campus. For help connecting to one of them see: Connecting with your ThinkPad Connecting with your MacBook Connecting on Campus Via a...
Keep Your MacBook Clean
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You should take care to clean your MacBook properly. Select a part of your laptop to learn how to safely clean it. Keyboard LCD Screen Case Keyboard Take care not to spill any liquid on the...
Mac OS
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Mac OS, or Apple's operating system, comes preinstalled on all NMU-issued MacBooks. Below is a list of training resources for OSX. Using OSX (Apple Support) Getting Started with OSX...
Mac OS X Mail Setup
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Mac OSX Mail is an application you can utilize to check your @nmu.edu mail. Instructions for setting up Mac Mail as a POP account are below. To learn how to use MAC OS X, visit the Using MAC OS X...
Macbook Backup and Restore
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It's always a good idea to back your files up regularly and especially if you are planning to transfer them to a new machine. In addition to dragging and dropping files onto an external device, you...
macOS Recovery
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macOS Recovery should only be used when you are instructed to do so. This is typically used when you purchase your MacBook. You should make sure you have a known good and verified backup before...