Update Zone
Purpose
The Update Zone is a special network that will allow you access to the Internet so that you can download and install critical operating system patches and security updates to your computer without infecting other computers on the campus network or becoming (more) infected by other computers.
While connected to the Update Zone, you can reach web servers on the Internet (including the St. Olaf web server) but can't access any of the other St. Olaf network resources, such as printers, file servers, etc.
Locations
Each residence hall has a single connection point/location for the Update Zone.
| Residence Hall | Update Zone Location |
| Ellingson | In the computer lab/study lounge by Area Coordinator's apartment. |
| Hilleboe-Kittelsby | In the compuer lab in the basement of Hilleboe |
| Hoyme | In the computer lab on the main floor |
| Kildahl | In the lounge by the entrance |
| Larson | In the basement computer lab |
| Mellby | In the computer lab in the south basement |
| Mohn | In the computer lab in the basement |
| Rand | In the computer lab in the east study lounge |
| Thorson | In the computer lab on 3rd floor |
| Ytterboe | In the YH170 lab |
How to Use
Take your computer CPU or laptop to the Update Zone location in a residence hall. A monitor, keyboard, and mouse are provided for your use if you need them.
A network cable is also provided at each location. Connect it to your computer.
Step-by-step instructions for updating your computer are posted on a sign in each location. Follow the directions.
