Relocate 2008

Contents 1 Frequently asked questions 2 Relocation Roadmap 2.1 2009 2.2 2008 3 Where to find the new lab

Frequently asked questions

1. When is the lab reopening at its new location?

   February 9th. Really this time. We promise.

2. Is printing still working?

   Yes! All your old OCF services will be available in the new lab.

3. Can I still create an account?

   Certainly! Just check our staff hours page for availability.

4. Why did the computer lab move?

   This is primarily because the university is reallocating parts of the Multicultural Center, comprised of Heller Lounge and the original OCF lab space.

5. So where's the new lab?

   Come find us here at our new larger lab.

Relocation Roadmap

2009

• February 9, 2009
  • Lab reopened!

• February
  • Lab cleaned
  • Desktops secured

• January
  • Sewage pipe burst in back room, lounge floors need to be redone

2008

• December
  • Fiber and power mostly done
  • Desktop machines setup in lab

• November
  • Infrastructure installation began

• October
  • ASUC funding for infrastructure approved
  • Leaking pumps repaired

• September
  • Moved in server racks
  • Blue & Gold new door installed

• Aug 24
  • Finished redoing hardwood floors
  • Paint all over the place + server room painted
  • Middle island installed

• Aug 15
  • Paint and floors in server room

• July
  • Meetings and logistics with ASUC Auxiliary and Blue & Gold / Pubs

• June 27
  • Electrical/ethernet runways installed

• June 19-26
  • Lots of meetings

• June 18
  • Countertops for perimeter tables installed

• June 17
  • Asbestos abatement of server room
  • Furniture purchases! :D

• June 12
  • Table backends built

• June 9
  • We clear Blue & Gold / Pubs out
  • Clearing workstations from Eshleman basement
  • Moving workstations from Heller to Esh.

• May
  • Clearing capital improvement funds issues with ASUC Aux.
  • Pre-move planning and discussion - raised flooring, etc.
  • Computer equipment purchases for move + budgeting

Where to find the new lab

The new lab is located on floor G of Eshleman Hall on Bancroft Way. Enter through the surface level doors, and take the elevator down to level G. Then walk straight down the long hallway. You'll need to show your ID to the staff on duty to enter the lounge area. Go through the door behind the staff desk to enter the Lab.