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Before You Arrive at UB

As a new student, you must prepare your account and computer before you come to UB.

UB Card

Claim Your UBITName and Set Your Password

Undergraduate Non-International Students:

You claimed your UBITName after you applied to UB and used it to track your application.

Graduate Students, International Students and Non-matriculated Students:

  1. Look up your UBITName.
    Your UBITName is your key to IT services at UB.
  2. Set your password and claim your UBITName to make it ready for use.
    Before you can change your password, you must first claim your account.
  3. Claim your account.
    Enter the following where indicated:
    • UBITName
    • single-use password
    • last four digits of your person number
    • month of birth
  4. Create a new password.
    A secure password protects your personal information. Answer secret questions so you can reset your password if you forget it.
secure computer

Prepare Your Computer

  1. Make sure you have the right computer
    We expect you to have a personal computer.  Read our recommended standards so we can best support you.
  2. Run operating system updates
    • Use your operating system’s built-in firewall and update features to ensure the security of your computer. Run Windows Update (Windows) or Software Update (Mac).
  3. Install  software
    • For security, install antivirus software (Windows) (Mac) provided by UB. Antivirus software protects your computer by automatically removing viruses, worms, and Trojan horses.
    • Download and install Microsoft Office (Windows) (Mac) and other software from UB.
  4. Be aware of UB's policy about connecting your computer to the university network
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Learn About Email at UB

Your UB Email Address

Your email address is: Your UBITName@buffalo.edu

Authenticating to Email

Use your UBITName and password to verify your identity (authenticate) to read, send, and manage your UB email.