ITS Student Services
Welcome to computing at Syracuse University. Be sure to refer to our ITS New Student Welcome page as you prepare to arrive on campus.
Syracuse University's Information Technology Services (ITS) provides students, faculty, and staff with technology resources and services that support the University's mission of promoting learning through teaching, research, scholarship, creative accomplishment and service. ITS works in partnership with the technology departments located within SU's schools, colleges and administrative divisions. Additional links and support information for even more services is available on our Services and Applications page.
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IT Support Services
Information Technology Services (ITS) provides a variety of support options for students, faculty, and staff. Additional computing support services are provided by school, college, and departmental computing support staff.
Phone Support
Need help? Call 315.443.2677. Our IT consultants will review any issues related to your campus account(s), general computing, or any other questions you may have.
Note: For more efficient service, please have your SUID or NetID available so we may properly identify the account(s) in question.
Email Support
Whether it's an IT related issue or you simply have an inquiry, send an email to help@syr.edu 24/7 and the next available consultant will assist you or connect you with the proper IT personnel or department.
Note: Never include sensitive personal information such as your password(s) or social security number. Help requests requiring full time staff verifying this information will require a phone interaction or ITS Service Center visit.
In-Person Support
Open 7 days a week, the ITS Service Center's hours and location can be found on the ITS Service Center page. Here we offer a wide variety of services, including software support, virus removal, diagnostics, and troubleshooting for all students. Be sure check our supported devices list, which includes the most commonly owned devices and operating systems of our student. Hours of Operation
Got that DIY spirit? Rather get hands-on with your repair than give it to somebody else? We've got tools for that. Work space, too. And we'd be happy to let you borrow both through our U-FixIT Program.
Password Management
Visit our NetID Self Serv page to activate your NetID or to manage your password. This password is used throughout campus to log into your campus resources including MySlice, SUmail and Blackboard.
Students, Staff, and Faculty need to change their SU NetID password at least once a year.
Note: Parent/Proxy account passwords are set/reset by the student and are not affected by this procedure. Follow our detailed instructions for setting up parent/proxy account access.
IT Accessibility at SU
Information Technology and Services (ITS) offers a variety of resources for using technology to ensure accessibility for all members of the Syracuse University community. Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Accessibility at SU
means ensuring that all technology is usable by the greatest number of students, faculty and staff possible, including those with disabilities, so that everyone is able to participate to the maximum extent that they can.
ITS provides tools and advice for making your digital documents accessible. Check out the Accessible Communications Toolkit for details.
Secure 'Cuse
Protecting your information and devices from unauthorized access and data theft requires your vigilance, especially with the evolving nature of cybercrime. Watch the brief video below to help you protect your stuff and avoid being a victim.
Visit the Secure'cUse home page often and follow us on Twitter and Facebook for news about more relevant IT security news and events.
Protect Yourself!
Don't share or reuse your passwords. Nobody at SU, including ITS, will ever ask for your password. Do not respond to any requests to reveal your password or other private information, including online and email requests. Visit http://securecuse.syr.edu for advice on making and remembering strong passwords, keeping your devices safe, and other information security tips and techniques
World-class Technology At Your Fingertips - Additional IT Resources and Services Provided
AirOrangeX
AirOrangeX (AOX), Syracuse University's high speed wireless network.
To access the network simply click on the network or choose the network from the utility that your device uses to connect to a wireless network. No login is required. This network can be used by laptops, smart phones, games and most devices with wireless connectivity.
The wireless network is available in all University residential facilities, South Campus apartments, and in many University buildings located both on and off campus. All residential facilities have 100% wireless coverage.
Student Email
Students have access to Outlook email accounts accessed on our SUmail page or with a supported email application.
When you graduate or leave the university, your access to SU email will only be available for 12 months after your last active academic term. After this period access to the account will be removed and the information will no longer be accessible. This account should be used for school related purposes as continued access in the future is limited.
Educational Technologies
ITS offers students access to the latest in educational technology. These resources provide support in the appropriate use of technology for learning and research.
Zoom is a real-time video conferencing tool that allows users to engage, educate, and collaborate with HD-quality video and audio. Please view the Zoom at Syracuse FAQ for more more information about Syracuse University Zoom.
PlayPosit is a tool for adding rich content and dynamic interactions to video. It is currently configured for use through Blackboard for instructors to overlay video content hosted in YouTube, Vimeo, and Kaltura. It includes a variety of tools for understanding viewer engagement and to assess viewer learning.
Getting Help
Users should explore our support and resource information in the Information Technology Support space.
For support on the information above, contact the ITS Help Desk by calling at 315.443.2677 or by emailing help@syr.edu.