by ·Comments Off on [RESOLVED] Unplanned Outage – Topaz Media Server – Friday, 05/09/2025 5:30 pm

Update: 05/09/2025 6:10 pm
The issue has been resolved. The Topaz (MEDIA volume) is available and functioning as expected. If you experience any additional issues, please report them to the ITS Service Desk at servicedesk@denison.edu

Original Post:
ITS has identified an issue with one of the on-premises storage servers, Topaz (MEDIA Volume). The MEDIA volume is currently unavailable. ITS is investigating the problem and will update this post as soon as possible.

Please report any issues or questions to the ITS Service Desk at servicedesk@denison.edu.

by ·Comments Off on Windows 11 Upgrade Available!

The Windows 11 upgrade is available for all Denison University faculty and staff. As previously announced, this upgrade offers numerous enhancements.

Timeline

  • Self-service upgrade available: March 10, 2025.
  • Recommended upgrade window: March 10, 2025 – May 31, 2025
  • Upgrade reminders: June 1, 2025 – July 31, 2025

The upgrade will be automatically installed after July 31, 2025. We encourage you to back up any critical data before this date to minimize disruptions. While the upgrade is designed to preserve your files, a backup adds an extra layer of security.

Here’s how:

  1. Before you begin: Ensure all applications are closed, your device is connected to power, and your critical data is backed up to Google Drive or an external storage device. You will be unable to use your computer during this time.
  2. Initiate the upgrade: Click on the “Windows 11 Upgrade” Icon  available on your desktop and follow the on-screen prompts.
  3. Automatic Restart: Once the upgrade is downloaded and installed, your computer will automatically restart to complete the process.

For a visual guide to the upgrade process, please refer to this self-service document: 
Windows 11 – Self-Service User Experience

Need Assistance?

If you have any questions or encounter any issues during the upgrade process, please don’t hesitate to contact us:

by ·Comments Off on [COMPLETED] Planned Maintenance – Infrastructure and Systems

Update: 05/02/2025 11 pm
Maintenance has been completed. Please report any issues to the ITS Service Desk at servicedesk@denison.edu or call 740-587-6395.

Original Post:
Information Technology Services (ITS) will be performing scheduled maintenance on Friday, May 2, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM. While we do not anticipate any extended outages, we recommend avoiding system updates or critical work during this window.

We will update this post once maintenance is complete.

For any questions, please contact the ITS Service Desk at servicedesk@denison.edu or call 740-587-6395.

by ·Comments Off on [RESOLVED] Unplanned Outage – Intermittent Issues – Banner and MyDenison

Update: 05/01/2025 1:30 pm
The issue has been resolved. If you experience any issues, please reach out to the ITS Service Desk at servicedesk@denison.edu or 740-587-6395.

Update: 05/01/2025 10:41 am
ITS has identified the root cause and made a configuration change to resolve the issue, and we are monitoring the systems. The post will be updated as soon as possible.

Original Post:
ITS has identified intermittent service availability issues with a subset of Banner services and MyDenison across multiple environments (PROD, TEST, LERN, etc.). Service blips are sporadic and typically last about 1-3 minutes. ITS is working on identifying the root cause and are working on a resolution as soon as possible.

This post will be updated as soon as there is an update. If you have questions or concerns, please reach out to the ITS Service Desk at servicedesk@denison.edu or 740-587-6395.

by ·Comments Off on [RESOLVED] Unplanned Network Outage: Multiple Campus Buildings Without Power

4/29/5:06pm
The network has been restored to all buildings.

Please report any network issues to the ITS Service Desk at 740-587-6395 or servicedesk@denison.edu. The Service Desk will reply as soon as possible during regular business hours (see www.denison.edu/its/servicedesk for hours).

4/29/25 4:00pm
A power outage on campus has caused the network to go down in several buildings. Facilities is currently working to restore power. The following locations are currently without network. An update will be posted as power to network gear is restored.

Athletics Pressbox – Deeds
Baseball
Delta Gamma
Dustin Cabin
Eisner – Lighting Network (144, 301, 303)
Higley
King
Lamson Lodge
Mitchell Basement
Mitchell Track
Observatory
Shepardson 2nd floor South
Slayter 3rd & 4th Floor
Soccer
Softball
Stone
Talbot 5th Floor
Tri Delta



by ·Comments Off on Completed: Planned Outage: OES S: drive Maintenance, Tuesday 4/22/25 6-7am

Update 4/22/25 6:30am:
The OES S: maintenance is complete. Please report any access issues to the ITS Service Desk at 740-587-6395 or servicedesk@denison.edu. The Service Desk will reply as soon as possible during regular business hours (see www.denison.edu/its/servicedesk for hours).

Original post: ITS will be performing maintenance on the OES S: drive Tuesday 4/22/25 from 6:00-7:00am which will result in an interruption in access to the data on the S: drive.

Please do not edit files over the network or submit information online during this time period as your work may be lost when the maintenance occurs. This post will be updated when the work is complete. If you experience any network connectivity issues after this time, please contact the ITS Service Desk at 740-587-6395 or servicedesk@denison.edu.

by ·Comments Off on [RESOLVED] UNPLANNED OUTAGE: Zoom Reporting Issues with Meetings and Webinars 4/16/2025

Updated Post – 4/16/2025 6:00PM

Zoom has reported that all Zoom services have been restored. The status.zoom.us page is now available and tests of creating new Zoom meetings have been successful.

If you are continuing to have problems with Zoom, please report the issue to the ITS Service Desk at servicedesk@denison.edu or 740-587-6395.

Original Post – 4/16/2025 4:30PM

Zoom has reported that they are having technical issues which are impacting Zoom Meetings, Webinars, and other Zoom services but that they are beginning to see recovery. At this time, it appears that their status page – status.zoom.us – is still affected and unavailable. 

This post will be updated as soon as more information is available. You may also wish to check status.zoom.us to see if it is available and has updates.

by ·Comments Off on [Completed] Planned Outage: Wireless Network Maintenance, Thurs. 4/10/25 5-7am

Update 4/10/25 7am:
The network updates are complete. Please report any network issues to the ITS Service Desk at 740-587-6395 or servicedesk@denison.edu. The Service Desk will reply as soon as possible during regular business hours (see www.denison.edu/its/servicedesk for hours).

Original post: ITS will be performing wireless network maintenance on Thursday 4/10/25 from 5:00-7:00am which may result in the loss of the wired or wireless network across campus. Primarily affecting Denison-Play.

Please do not edit files over the network or submit information online during this time period as your work may be lost when the network outages occur.
This post will be updated when the work is complete. If you experience any network connectivity issues after this time, please contact the ITS Service Desk at 740-587-6395 or servicedesk@denison.edu.

by ·Comments Off on [Completed] Planned Outage: Wireless Network Maintenance, Tues. 4/1/25 5-7am

Update 4/1/25 6:00am:
The network updates are complete. Please report any network issues to the ITS Service Desk at 740-587-6395 or servicedesk@denison.edu. The Service Desk will reply as soon as possible during regular business hours (see www.denison.edu/its/servicedesk for hours).

Original Post
ITS will be performing wireless network maintenance on Tuesday 4/1/25 from 5:00-7:00am which may result in the loss of the wireless network across campus.

Please do not edit files over the network or submit information online during this time period as your work may be lost when the network outages occur.

This post will be updated when the work is complete. If you experience any network connectivity issues after this time, please contact the ITS Service Desk at 740-587-6395 or servicedesk@denison.edu.

by ·Comments Off on [RESOLVED] Unplanned Outage: Network Outage in Bryant Hall

Update: 03/31/2025
The issue has been resolved. Please report any issues to the ITS Service Desk at 740-587-6395 or email servicedesk@denison.edu if there are any additional questions or concerns.

Original Post:
ITS has identified a network outage in Bryant Hall. ITS is looking into the root cause and will update the this post as soon as there is additional information.

Please contact the ITS Service Desk at 740-587-6395 or email servicedesk@denison.edu if there are any additional questions or concerns.