Accounts

Overview We offer general BU login accounts and network access (both wired and wireless) to the entire University community. The BUMC account through the IT Medical Campus servers allows access to central file servers, network printers, departmental, and personal folders.
Available To Students, Faculty, Researchers, Staff, Departments, Prospective Students, New/Incoming Students, Guests
Benefits With just one account, you get access to most major computing and information services at BU.
Key Features
  • A single BU login name and Kerberos password provide access to most services.
  • Network access is widely available throughout campus. You can work remotely through secure connections that provide access to the same resources you enjoy on campus.
  • Access to central file servers, web server, network printers, departmental, and personal folders
  • E-mail account on the University’s Microsoft Exchange server
Requirements Individual service descriptions note any specific requirements.
Cost There are no charges for basic computer accounts.
Getting Started Staff/Faculty are entitled to network access and the several different accounts supported by BUMC IT. Browse the topics in the side navigation bar for details.