Banner Self-Service
Student access to Banner for course registration, financial aid, and more
Students
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New to Brown?
- Remember to bring software, receipts, and manuals for your electronics in case you need a repair or reinstallation.
- Buying a computer? Lenovo and Apple are Brown's preferred vendors for personal computers; Lenovo and Apple computers under warranty can be repaired at the Brown Bookstore. Other computers can be repaired too, for a fee. Guide: Buying a Computer
- You may not find that you need your own printer; printers are available all over campus and you are provided with a printing credit at the beginning of the year.
- Undergraduates living in a residence hall can watch TV on a laptop, smartphone, or tablet - no TV set needed. Learn about Philo Edu and HBOGo.
- Want to exercise your brain? Practice one of 30 languages on Rosetta Stone or learn a new skill with LinkedIn Learning.
- Need software? We have your back! Download Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Cloud, and more.
Student Technology
- Wifi: Maybe the most important service! Connect your devices by visiting wifi.brown.edu. If you have a browserless device like a gaming system or Roku, see brown.edu/go/browserless.
- Accounts: Your Brown username (what you use to log into Canvas and Banner) and your Google login information are separate. For more, see Understanding Your Brown Usernames.
- Getting help: Our IT Service Center is happy to help with questions, troubleshooting, loaner equipment, and more! For computer repairs, see the Bookstore Technology Center.
Featured Services
BrownU Mobile App
On-the-go information for the Brown University community including events, dining, and laundry machine availability
Canvas Learning Management System
Brown's learning management system
Courses@Brown
Browse, shop, and register for courses
Dropbox.com Brown Team Accounts
File storage and sharing; works on mobile devices
IT Ticketing System (DeskPro)
Track help tickets for technology issues
LinkedIn Learning Online Training (formerly Lynda)
Online training on technical and business topics
Loaner Laptops, Cameras, and Projectors
Need to borrow equipment? We have you covered!
Philo
Television channels viewable on campus
Rosetta Stone
Study up to 31 languages online
Virus Protection, Removal, and Clean Up
Assistance with the removal and clean up of infected computers.
Wireless Network (Brown)
Brown's recommended secure wireless network
Zoom Web Conferencing
Zoom offers video and audio conferencing, with meeting recording, screen sharing by multiple participants, and collaborative whiteboarding.