Installing software on OHIO Windows computers

Description

If you are using an OHIO  managed Windows computer , you may follow the directions below to install University-approved software. 

Environment

Windows OS

Solution 

1. Make sure your computer is connected to the OHIO network ( wired  or  eduroam Wi-Fi  for on-campus,  VPN  for off-campus). 

2. Open your  Start Menu. 

3. Depending on which Windows OS you have:

   1. Select  All Programs or All apps, then  Microsoft System Center or Microsoft Endpoint Manager, then open  Software Center.

   2. Alternatively, you can use the Search feature on the Windows Taskbar and/or Start Menu, search for  Software Center, and select  Open under the application.

4. In Software Center,select  Applications in the left menu. This will display the software packages that are available for you to download.

5. Select the software you would like to download and select the Installbutton. 

6. Follow the automatic prompts to install the software on your device.

Outcome:You should now be able to install university-approved software on OHIO managed Windows computers.

Get help from OIT

• Visit the Remote Windows PC Software Management page to create a ticket