Setup page for the VG courses

Follow the instructions and steps listed below. Please note that some links will prompt you to enter a username and password. If you enter your MSU NetID and password and you cannot open the new page, please work through the Getting Started section and/or call the VU Help Desk at 1-800-500-1554 (North America and Hawaii) or 1-517-355-2345 (local and international).
Technical Requirements for this Course
Hardware and Software Requirements

This course requires the VU Minimum Technical Requirements.

  • Minimum screen resolution of 800x600 (1024x768 recommended); color monitor; 4 Mb video RAM (8 Mb recommended).
  • HIGH SPEED connection to the Internet, due to image-file sizes this is mandatory.
  • Go to the ANGEL Help page to test your setup. On this page, scroll down to the "Browser test" heading to see whether your current setup passes. If you fail any of the tests, please correct the problem or contact the Help Desk (see contact info above).

Note: There is a known problem with Netscape 6 and Shockwave Player; it does not currently function satisfactorily in Netscape 6. Macromedia and Netscape are actively working to resolve the issues. However, they recommend using an earlier version of the Netscape browser.

We strongly recommend that you view this course site in:

  • PC: Internet Explorer 7.0 or above; Mozilla Firefox 2.0 or above
  • Mac: Mozilla Firefox 2.0 or above

We strongly recommend that you visit the ANGEL help site for more information about running ANGEL properly on your computer.

You must use a PC for completion of your (lab) exercises. The required programs will not run on a Mac.
Other Tools and Skills Needed to Complete this Course
To take GEO 324 online, you'll need to have access to the
following:		 Go through each item in this list before you take this class, to be sure your system is set up correctly.
frequently asked computing questions at MSU Getting Started
Adobe Shockwave Player Shockwave Player
(click "Get Adobe Shockwave Player" from list of "Readers and Players")
Adobe Flash Player Flash Player
(click "Get Adobe Flash Player" from list of "Readers and Players")
RealPlayer RealPlayer
(choose the FREE option; do not pay for it)
Quicktime Player Quicktime Movie Player
(choose the FREE option; do not pay for it)
Adobe Acrobat Reader Acrobat Reader
(click "Get Adobe Reader " from list of "Readers and Players")
(AR is FREE; do not pay for it)
In addition, the following online tools are provided for course interaction: Go through each item in this list before you take this class, to be sure your system is set up correctly.
MSU Library Proxy Server setup Library Proxy Server
MSU.mail (E-mail) Tips MSU.mail (E-mail) Tips
SIRS SIRS
Check Your Browser
Many VU course tools require JavaScript to be turned on in your browser preferences in order to function properly. To automatically check your computer's browser version, computer operating system, and test for the ability to run Java and Javascript, click here. You may need to scroll down in the small window to see all the information. We recommend that you write this information down should you need to refer to it when you are not able to view this site online. When you finish this data, close the small window to return to this page.
Technical Help for Virtual University Students

Please call Michigan State University's 24-hour toll-free help desk for information on Virtual University courses, technical support, enrollment assistance, access to MSU Library resources, or other help before or during your online course. Phone Numbers: Toll Free: 1-800-500-1554 (North America and Hawaii) Local: 517-355-2345
Where to Find Your Class

Once you complete the steps on this page, you are ready to attend your VU class. The web address (also called the course URL) for GEO 324-V is below. Once logged into ANGEL, our course will be listed under your "My ANGEL Courses":

https://angel.msu.edu/