University of Wyoming
Division of Information Technology
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Telecommunications Services installs, maintains, and administers telephone service at UW. For information, contact the IT Telecom Help Desk at 766-4357, option 2, during normal business hours.
Why can I make calls but not receive calls?
Why does my phone ring somewhere else when someone dials my number?
Again, your line may be call forwarded to another number. Single line telephone set users: pick up handset, hear dial tone, press #71, hear special confirmation tone, hang up. Multi-line telephone set users: press CFW key to cancel the Call Forward feature. The indicator light will go off.
Why, when I dial a number, do I hear a loud screeching noise?
You have probably dialed a number which is connected to a modem or a fax machine.
Why do I only hear a beep when I answer my phone?
The call may be coming from a fax machine. If calls persist, the help desk may be able to assist you.
Why can't I call long distance using my U.W. Authorization Code?
Why is my display not working?
If your set requires external power, is it plugged in? Is it plugged into a power strip that is turned off?
Why do I have to reset the time and date on my Maestro telephone every morning?
If the external power to the Maestro is plugged into a power strip that you frequently turn off, move it to a power supply that will always remain active.
Please check for the following or be prepared to answer these questions when you call the Help Desk:
If you cannot resolve a problem, call the Telecommunications Help Desk at 6-4357, option 2. Please be specific when reporting a problem to the Help Desk. We prefer that the person who is experiencing the problem calls us.
What should I do if I suspect telephone fraud on campus?
If you suspect telephone fraud on the telephone line in your office, you can contact the Application Security Office by phone at 766-5747.
Reviewed: 0709 By: GG
Additional help with the installation and configuration of
UW-supported software is available:
Faculty/Staff
Contact your IT user consultant
(www.uwyo.edu/infotech/services/helpdesk/uc/)
Contact the IT Help Desk at 766-HELP (4357), option 1
Email UserHelp@uwyo.edu
Students
Email ASU-IT@uwyo.edu
Contact the IT Help Desk at 766-HELP (4357), option 1
Come to the student computer lab in the lobby of the
Information Technology Center.