About the Network Programme (NP)

The Data Network at the University of Glasgow is a vital infrastructure component supporting the delivery of teaching, learning, research and business operations for the University. It has grown over the years to meet an ever-increasing demand, which it does very well, but is now aging and in need of a refresh.

The Network Programme will provide a modern data network service and technologies enabling the University of Glasgow to deliver world leading research and teaching.

The Network Programme briefing pack (pdf 0.9Mb) provides more information on how we have, and plan to, tackle this.

About this site

This site looks to keep you updated with all you need to know about the Network Programme and will be updated regularly – please use this site for all the latest information on the Network Programme.

Upcoming Planned Works

Planned Work

User Impact

Where?

When?

Library Building - Pilot Building Network Upgrade:

    • Node Upgrade & Node Room Move
    • Edge Upgrade (to Distribution Node)
    • Cabling Upgrade (where applicable)
    • Containment Upgrade (where applicable)
    • Wireless Access Point Upgrade
    • Power Supply Upgrade
    • New AC Unit
    • Fibre Upgrade (Early 2024)
    • Network Equipment Migration

There is no loss of service planned, however, there will be disruptions to building users of the Library. Specific disruptions will be shared through local building comms. For further information please contact:

Library  3 June 2024 to 9 December 2024; from 09:00 to 17:00 (daily)

Sir Alexander Stone Building (SAS) - Fibre Works & Pilot Building Network Upgrade:

    • Node Upgrade
    • Cabling Upgrade (where applicable)
    • Containment Upgrade (where applicable)
    • Wireless Access Point Upgrade
    • Power Supply Upgrade
    • New AC Unit
    • Fibre Upgrade (Early 2024)
    • Network Equipment Migration

There is no loss of service planned, however, there will be disruptions to building users of the Sir Alexander Stone (SAS). Specific disruptions will be shared through local building comms. For further information please contact:

SAS 

16 July 2024 to 16 November 2024; 

Monday to Thursday; from 19:30 to 05:30 (every night)

NB:

  • 2 October 2024; from 20:30 to 05:30
  • 22 & 24 October 2024; from 20:00 to 05:30

Sir James Black Building - Pilot Building Network Upgrade:

    • Node Upgrade & Node Room Move
    • Cabling Upgrade (where applicable)
    • Containment Upgrade (where applicable)
    • Wireless Access Point Upgrade
    • Power Supply Upgrade
    • New AC Unit
    • Fibre Upgrade (Early 2024)
    • Network Equipment Migration

There is no loss of service planned, however, there will be disruptions to building users of the Sir James Black (SBS). Specific disruptions will be shared through local building comms. For further information please contact:

 
SJB  16 July 2024 to 2 December 2024; from 09:00 to 17:00 (daily)

McMillan Reading Room: Pilot SD Migration

 
There will be no network access, during the timeframe stated. This will affect UofG network-based applications. Therefore, the McMillan Reading Room will be closed during the period of works 

McMillan Reading Room

 

1 and 2 October 2024; from 17:00 to 20:00 each day

 

Pearce Lodge: Pilot SD Migration

 

There will be no network access, during the timeframe stated. This will affect UofG network-based applications

NB:

Due to IP address changes, users are expected to test their access on Monday and report any issues. Capita will be available at Pearse Lodge on the 7th to address any concerns.

 

Pearce Lodge

 

5 and 6 October 2024; from 08:00 to 18:00 each day

 

 

NB - Information is subject to change