Computing Facilities

The Academic Center maintains 100+ computers in state-of-the-art facilities for the exclusive use of student-athletes, comprising one large and several small labs throughout the building. Lab computers utilize a mix of Apple and Dell hardware.

Computers and services are continously maintained to include the latest software packages, security enhancements, and performance monitoring to ensure a robust experience.

Server Infrastructure

The IT Team employs a robust, virtualized infrastructure to support staff & student-athlete computing environments, including:

 

Hardware
Dell PowerEdge 2950 servers x2
Dell PowerVault MD3000i SAN
Visix AxisTV rack-mount channel player
ZeeVee Zv250Pro hi-def encoder & modulator
Dell PowerConnect GigE switch


Server Software
VMware vSphere Server 4 - Standard
VMware vSphere 4 - Foundation
IBM Trivoli TSM client - Backup
Windows Server 2008 Enterprise 32- & 64-bit
Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 5.4 64-bit


Supported Applications
Print Manager Plus & Queue Manager - Software Shelf
GradesFirst - Academic monitoring
Webserver - ICS's Sidearm Sports CMS & IIS
Print Server - Windows Server 2008
Visix AxisTV Content Manager
Symantec Endpoint Protection
Symantec Ghost
LabStats - Computer Lab Solutions
Network file storage - Windows Server 2008

Computing Facilities

Academic Center Computer Lab - Offers approx 45 computers, including 35 new Dell workstations and 10 Apple iMacs. Computers utilize the latest in security measures to provide a secure environment and ensure only student-athletes can use the facilities. Free printing offered up to a quota

Tutorial Center - Offers 10 cubicles for tutoring sessions, including computers

Student Learning Center - Provides 10 workstations, network printing, and scanners in an environment catered to those with unique educational needs. Specialized software is available for those with accommodations in a collaborative, structured environment under the supervision of Learning Specialists and mentors

Library Tech Center - Enables tutor/mentor sessions in small groups with a computer for up to six students

Mezzanine Lab - Individual study caroles featuring six computers in an environment suited for individual tutor/mentor sessions

Life Skills Lab - Offers four computers with software for career advisement and professional resumes production

Communications Studio - Offers video production equipment, including Apple workstation, Sony HD camera, Sony wireless handheld & lapel microphones, Lowel professional lighting, and Apple FinalCut Studio Express & iMovie



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