Impact

The work will start at approximately 7 am and will take 10 to 12 hours. The impacted buildings are Unity Hall, Gordon Library, Fuller Labs, Salisbury Labs, Atwater Kent, and Kaven Hall. 

Action Needed

In preparation for the planned electrical shutdown, please shutdown all equipment (computers, printers, copiers, etc.) before end of day on 8/8. Using a surge protector is recommended whenever possible. In the absence of a surge protector, the equipment should be unplugged from the power source.  

Details

Information Technology Services recommends powering down all electronic equipment prior to the planned power outage. Please note that remote desktop will not be available to powered-off machines.

For any electrical issues, please contact Facilities (call Ext. 5500 or e-mail facilities@wpi.edu).

For IT issues, contact the ITS Service Desk (call Ext. 5888 or e-mail its@wpi.edu) with any questions or concerns regarding the equipment shutdown process.