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Installing software on a University of Otago-owned computer usually requires administrator access. However you can install commonly used software without needing administrator permissions by using the self-service Software Catalogue. There will still be some software you will need to request separately, especially if a licence must be purchased, through AskOtago or another team. 

How do I install software without administrator access

Windows

If you have been set up with a Windows computer by the Otago University Digital Workspace (OUDW) Project, you have access to the Company Portal, a self-service tool on your computer.

Company Portal (OUDW Windows computers)

To use the Company Portal for installation of software on Windows:

  1. Click the Search icon (beside the Windows button) and search for Company Portal
  2. Click on Company Portal. You will be automatically signed in.
  3. In the "Search apps" field at the top of the Company Portal, type the name (or part of the name) of the software you are looking for.
  4. Click on the icon for the software in the results page.
  5. Click "Install" to install the software.

Company Portal software can be installed on any network, for example your home network, mobile network, or the University network.

Software Center (non-OUDW Windows computers)

To use the Software Center to install software on Windows:

  1. Click the Search icon (beside the Windows button) and search for: software center (note American spelling).
  2. Click on Software Center.
  3. Log in using your University username and password if prompted.
  4. Find the software you want to install using the search bar at the top, or the menu on the left.
  5. Double-click on the software you need to install and follow the prompts.

Mac

Managed Software Centre (Mac computers)

To use the Managed Software Centre for installation of software on Apple Mac computers:

  1. Click on the Spotlight icon (magnifying glass in the top right of your screen) and search for: software centre (note British spelling).
  2. Double-click to open the Managed Software Centre.
  3. Log in using your University username and password.
  4. Find the software you want to install using the search bar at the top, or the menu on the left.
  5. Double-click on the software you need to install and follow the prompts.

If the Managed Software Centre is not available on your Mac computer, contact AskOtago.

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