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(This project is an extension of an issue discussed at ISTAB). The small-group spaces in W20-575D and 56-129 are under-utilized and under-publicized.

Publicity

The spaces are under-publicized. People don't know that they're available or what they can be used for.

Solution: Publicize on door to W20-575, as well as signs within cluster directing people to back room. Put signs on the door explaining policies and documenting procedures.

Status: In Progress

Investigate 56-129 space

TBD

Not enough laptop spaces

We frequently find monitors and peripherals disconnected so students can use their laptops in the cluster. The reading room is often full.

Solution: Move Windows machines into main cluster (which is under-utilized anyway), and make one row of back room "laptop stations", with KB, mouse, monitor, power, and network. Advertise this.

Status: In Progress

Notes: Tables should have anchor points for laptops. Consider Kensington Anchor Point (Model K64613WW, Staples: 887427) or Kensington Grommet Anchor (Model K64612WW, Staples: 887426). Anchor point has one-way screws and is permanent. Gromment model uses standard grommet holes (which don't exist on cluster tables)

See also: http://www.kslsecurity.com/FLEX_LOOPED_CABLE_ANCHOR_MOUNT_p/fp18.htm

Every 2 workstations hsould have a power strip. Consider Fellowes 6-outlet metal power strip for durability. (Staples 589702)

CopyCam uses floppy disks

Ensure network connectivity works and publicize instructions. Investigate upgrade to CopyCam Pro (USB sticks).

New set of whiteboard markers.

Status: Complete

Whiteboard markers ordered from Staples, 4/15
CopyCam tested and instructions printed up 4/15.

Consider better lighting? Though quality of saved images is not inherently better with newer models (see also http://whiteboard.fsm.northwestern.edu/index.html, which is a CopyCam Pro (USB)).

Display panels are frequently unplugged

Ensure there are instructions to use and ensure it works. Consider an Extron box to connect -122 and -123 to the flat panel, optionally. Test audio connection to displays.

Status: In Progress

Powerport doesn't work

Replace plug - facilities?, contact facilities.

Other renovations

• Fiber's location is inconvenient

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Test drops and cables.

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• Consider moving 122 or 123 into western-most small group space, to allow hookup to large display.

More Small Group Spaces

More spaces are needed for small (2-3 person) groups to share either Athena workstation or laptop. Consider cubicle-style approach, with Athena workstation and 2nd input on monitor for laptop.

Status: Research

Inquiry to Chris about disposition of N42 cubicles.