FAQ Strand Lab

Frequently Asked Questions for members of Mike Strand's lab:

QUESTION	ANSWER
How can I access my "bugs" email from any computer in the world?	http://bugs.ent.uga.edu type this server address into any browser address bar
How can I access my/any email anywhere in the world?	mail2web.com I use this method because it is so easy to remember.
Who should I ask for help with computer problems?	Ask Jena first, especially with Macs Ask Danny Fendley for help (especially with server-related or PC-related issues) Contact UGA helpdesk http://www.eitshelpdesk.uga.edu/ or call (706) 542-3106 or email them at helpdesk@uga.edu. Be sure to mention what platform (Mac vs. PC) and describe your problem. I find them very helpful.
Where can I get dry ice?	Campus Scientific Stores-Chemistry building (new source may be closer to Coverdale?)
Where can I get software for my computer?	Jena has collection of programs licensed to our lab. Danny Fendley has a collection of software licensed to the Entomology Dept. There may be some software avialable to members of CTEGD (Dave Dowless)
How do I make a work-related long distance phone call?	Ask Jena or Mike for the access code that will charge the call to Mike Strand's account. When you have that number dial: 9-1-area code&number .....listen for tone, then enter the access code.
Who can help me print a poster for presentation at a meeting?	The Ent. Dept. has a large format printer. It is in Terry All's office where Ent. Extension offices are housed (706) 542-3687 tall@bugs.ent.uga.edu Ask other lab members about formatting and then Terry will help you with final prep .
What are our printing options?	We have our own printers: one color (HP4500) and one black and white (HP4000). If these are not sufficient quality the Entomology Dept. has a color printer which is located in the photocopy room, Bio. Sci. Bldg. the IP address is: 128.192.10.61 (also there is a new color printer in the Ent. office, but access may be limited, 128.192.10.59)
Where can my visitors park and not get a ticket?	see this page
How can I pay for photocopies at the UGA libraries?	In July of each year we submit a list of lab members who can charge library photocopies to Mike's accounts. See Jena to make sure you are on the list. Then, go to Science library and obtain your card which is valid for one year.
What do we do if there is a problem with building plumbing, electrical or mechanical (such as the cold room)?	While we are still in Bio. Sci., call (or ask Jena to call) Physical Plant at 2-7456. If it is building related we do not give them an account number (in other words we don't have to pay for repairs) If you call please let other lab members know so that we can coordinate actions taken.