Need desktop support? Hire a U Rent-a-Guru!
Some technical problems or projects require more assistance than the U of M Technology Helpline (1-HELP) can provide. For a nominal fee, the U Rent-a-Guru support program provides carry-in or on-site computer consultation and support services designed to help you solve short-term computer problems quickly. Call U Rent-a-Guru at (612) 624-4800 for more information or to schedule a U Rent-a-Guru appointment.
Coming 8/26 4-7pm! OIT 1-HELP Tech Stops - Centennial Hall - Need to talk to someone about a computer problem in person? Drop into an OIT 1-HELP Tech Stop and get immediate help with your issue.
U Rent-a-Guru services include:
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Computer data services:
- Data backup or transfer - transfer data from one computer to another
- Data recovery - accidentally delete some files? hard drive acting up?
- Hard drive cleansing - Getting rid of your computer, but don't want your data "out there" in the world?
- U Rent-a-Guru Computer Security Packages - secure your computer from viruses, hackers, etc.
- Virus and Spyware detection and removal
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Antivirus software installation and updates
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Operating System support, upgrades and patches
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Internet browser, and Email client install & configuration
- Memory installation
- Hard drive installation
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Graphics/Video cards or optical drive installation
- Other hardware setup and config.
- Software installation, configuration and updates
- Server support
- Wireless accessory install and configuration
- UNIX admin. and support
What are the costs of the U Rent-a-Guru services?
All services are offered as a
carry-in or on-site service
—whichever is most convenient for you.
Contact U Rent-a-Guru for more information or to request computer support services.
For long-term departmental support, refer to the
Field Administration Support Technologists
program.