Find out how to get connected to your McGill Email, mobile devices/phones, the Wireless network and more on the Getting Connected for Students page of the IT Services website.
Access the following services using your McGill Username and McGill Password.
- Wireless Network Connectivity
Access the Internet using your laptop or other mobile device from virtually anywhere on campus through the McGill Wireless Network. There is also wireless connectivity from McGill shuttle buses that travel between downtown and Macdonald campuses. - EZProxy
The Library’s EZproxy server allows you to access Library databases from off-campus. - Virtual Private Network (VPN)
You can also set up a VPN connection to access McGill restricted sites and resources (including Library databases) from off-campus. - Residences telecommunications (REZ)
There are several services available for students living in McGill Residences and Off-Campus Residences. This article has complete details on the REZ services available, how to purchase services, and cost information.
Computer labs
Find out more about Computer Labs.
Many faculties and departments have computer labs equipped with computer resources and software for students in their programs. Find out details on lab locations, computer availability, software/peripheral availability and more.
uPrint - Campus Printing
Find out more about uPrint – Campus Printing.
McGill University offers a campus-wide copy and print management service that allows any student with a valid McGill ID card to send a print job from any computer (on campus or at home) to the central print queue, and pick it up from anywhere on campus. With uPrint, all print and copy charges are billed directly to your student account and scanning to email is available at no cost.
Free software
Find out more about free software.
Download free antivirus software from the IT Knowledge Base. Be sure to uninstall any previous antivirus software from your computer before installing new antivirus software.
Find other free and discounted software at McGill’s Software site.