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Pinned Article Technology Software and Services Review: Purchasing and Usage Guidelines

The Minnesota State system and the State of Minnesota require that software, online tools, and certain technology purchases be reviewed before they are purchased, subscribed to, or used for university work. This article outlines key information about requesting a review.

Pinned Article Using Generative AI at Minnesota State: Guidance and Approved Tools

Learn about Minnesota State’s generative AI guidance, including the official policy document, recommendations for using Microsoft Copilot, a list of approved AI-enabled tools, and services that are blocked for security reasons.

About Curriculum Design System (CDS) Proposals Submission Timeline

Provides a link to the official CDS Submission Timeline for information on proposal submission deadlines.

Clearing Browser Cache

Explains how to clear cached data in major desktop and mobile browsers to fix display issues, improve performance, and load updated website content.

Connecting to VPN to Use VALT

Access VALT by connecting with Cisco Secure Client VPN on or off campus; install it once and connect each time, with quick troubleshooting and IT Solutions contact info included.

Deleting and Removing Fireflies.ai

This article provides instructions on how to fully delete and remove Fireflies.ai software from a computer, including deleting an account, uninstalling the app, and removing connections.

Deleting and Removing Otter.ai

This article provides instructions on how to fully delete and remove Otter.ai software from a computer, including deleting an account, uninstalling the app, and removing connections.

Deleting and Removing Read.ai

This article provides instructions on how to fully delete and remove Read.ai software from a computer, including deleting an account, uninstalling the app, and removing connections.

Installing Software from Software Center on Windows

Explains how employees can install approved software on state‑owned Windows devices by opening Software Center, selecting an application, and clicking Install.

Opening Software Center in Windows

Explains how to open Software Center on a state‑owned Windows device through Microsoft Endpoint Manager to install approved university software.

Rebooting a Creston Touchpad

How do I fix the touchpad in the class room, that isn't letting me click on things?

Searching for Dell Drivers

Explains how to locate a device’s Service Tag and use it on Dell’s Support site to find, download, and install the correct drivers.

Seeing Who is Reviewing my Proposal in the Curriculum Design System (CDS)

Explains how to use the View History feature in CDS to see who is currently reviewing your submitted proposal.

Using AI Tools in Virtual Meetings for Employees

Discover how to safely leverage approved AI tools in Zoom and Teams—and why certain third-party apps are blocked or not approved for use system-wide.

VALT: StarID 500 error

Explains how to resolve a VALT 500 Internal Server Error after a StarID change by clearing cached credentials and verifying the user’s VALT login value.

Generative AI at MSU: Guidance, Research, and Resources

Explore MSU’s approach to generative AI, including approved tools, research initiatives, faculty resources, and ethical guidance.