If you are a registered student and wish to login to a College computer, you will need your eight-digit Student ID number (Tech ID) to proceed. If you do not know your Tech ID, you will need to visit the Records/Registration Office.
Registered students can initialize their network accounts online, even from off-campus: Initialize Your Student Network Account
- Simultaneously press Ctrl, Alt and Delete keys to open the login dialog box
- In the Username field, enter your eight-digit Tech ID number (Example: 00123456)
- Enter your Password set when you initialized your account. Forgot Your Password?
- Click OK
- Upon successful login, you may receive a message stating your password has expired (passwords expire after 180 days). Press the Yes button to change your password—follow the instructions (password must be at least eight characters in length)
- Congratulations! You are now logged in—don’t forget your password.
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Where can I Store/Save my Files?
Each student has access to 50mb of network storage. When you login to a College computer, the H: drive will be your personal network space. You can access this space like you would a floppy, flash or zip disk—through My Computer.
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Accessing Your Files on Campus
- Login to computer
- Double-click My Computer
- You will see the H: drive and your Tech ID
You can also access your H: drive and Pub-Data from off campus. Remote File Access instructions
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Wireless Network Access
To access the wireless network, your laptop will need to have a 802.11B or 802.11G adapter. Your login name and password are the same as when using any wired computer at ARCC. To access the ARCC Wireless network start-up your laptop in any wireless area, open an Internet Browser, and login. NOTE: Pop-ups are required to get a login screen.
Wireless network access is available in the following areas:
Cambridge Campus
Food Court and Library
Coon Rapids Campus
All student lounge and work areas
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Important—Logoff!
When you are finished using a College computer, make sure you logoff, click Start and select Logoff (in order to login again, you must logoff). If using Wireless, press Disconnect to end your session.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What if I don’t know my Tech ID?
Student ID numbers (Tech ID) are assigned upon admission to Anoka-Ramsey Community College (ARCC). If you forgot your Tech ID, look it up here. It can also be found on the front of your Student Picture ID.
Why do I need a student login?
Student logins are necessary due to an enhanced security initiative for ARCC and Minnesota State Colleges and Universities (MnSCU). The logins will provide benefits for students including secure access to computers and 50mb of network storage.
What if I forget my password?
Please come to the open lab for help with passwords. You will be required to show a photo ID to have your password reset. Kiosks are also available to reset your own passwords in the open computer labs.
You can also reset your password online if you know your Student Tech ID and web regisration PIN.
Why does my computer lock after five minutes of inactivity?
This is a security measure to protect your individual data. You can unlock your machine by putting in your login name and password.
The computer I am trying to use is locked, what should I do?
Anyone can unlock a workstation by pressing Ctrl, Alt and Delete simultaneously then clicking on the logout button.
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