UIW Employee - How to request local admin rights for UIW-provided computers
What are admin credentials?
Admin credentials are a username/password combination that allows you to freely install and configure content on your UIW-issued machine.
Requesting local admin credentials
Step 1
Login to Cardinal Apps, then find and click on the 'UIW Helpdesk' application.

Step 2
Click on the 'Request a service' button, found toward the bottom of the page.

Step 3
Click on the 'Local Administrator' service option.

Step 4
Complete the form. For a guided walkthrough, see the steps below:
- If you don't know your Workstation's name, you may view this guide on retrieving the name of your computer for Windows or Mac.
- Provide a description of what this account will be used for and why you need it.
- Read the statements and check the boxes to verify your compliance with each one.
- Read the UIW Acceptable Use Policy via the link provided, and check the box to verify your compliance.

For any questions regarding the UIW Acceptable Use Policy, reach out to the UIW Help Desk.
Step 5
When you're finished, click the 'Place Request' button to submit the request to IT.
A representative will reach out to provide you with your credentials. If you do not receive any sort of communications after 48 hours, please contact the UIW Help Desk.

