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Informational: How do I extend an expired AD account for a staff member?
To request an extension for an AD account, the student and supervisor must fill out the Staff and Faculty User Registration form below and fax it to Network Operations at (619) 849-8310.   http://www.sandiego.edu/its/pdf/staff_faculty_user_r...
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Informational: Who gets an AD account?
AD accounts are reserved for current staff and faculty at the University of San Diego. You will only be granted an AD account when one is accepted for a position at USD.   In certain circumstances students will also be eligible to receive an AD ...
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FAQ: What are the AD Password Requirements?
AD Passwords have the following guidelines Minimum length of 8 characters Cannot be one of the last three passwords used 10 failed attempts will result in a 30 minute lock out May contain any combination of letters/numbers/symbols Does not req...
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FAQ: I received an email saying my password was about to expire. Is it legitimate?
USD will automatically send an email to all Active Directory (AD) account owners when their password is close to expiring (passwords must be changed every 90 days for AD, which is used for checking your Exchange email).  If you receive the follo...
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