Configure your MacBook

Configure your MacBook

Introduction

This configuration manual will help you

  • Connect your MacBook to the Internet at the Law School.

  • Access shared resources on the University Campus network.

  • Set up your MacBook with the services provided by Columbia University Information Technology.

System Requirements

To access Columbia University’s technology services, please ensure your MacBook meets the following requirements:

  • A UNI account.

  • A Mac running macOS 15 (Sequoia) or later. Only genuine versions of macOS are supported.

  • Turn on macOS updates to ensure your Mac receives the latest security and software updates from Apple.

  • A security program that provides real-time protection and regularly scans your Mac for malware and other threats.

Configuration Articles

Use the configuration articles below to set up the services you need on your MacBook. Each article covers a specific service or resource and includes any requirements that apply to that configuration.

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