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AdHocAlert desktop notification is one of several channels the University of Waterloo's emergency communication system, powered by Regroup Mass Notification, will use to distribute messages in the event of an emergency. When triggered, the AdHocAlert Desktop Notification software would cause a pop-up window to appear on the user’s desktop screen, displaying the emergency message. AdHocAlert supports Windows and MacOS devices.
Installation on Windows machines
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To ensure a smooth installation, please connect to the on-campus network (or use the VPN if working remotely). At the end of the day, restart your computer to complete the installation of the AdHocAlert app. |
IST-managed machines
The AdHocAlert desktop notification software is pushed out to all IST-managed workstations via the SCCM software management tool. Clients will be required to restart their machine and log back in again to complete the installation.
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Already have the tool installed? You must first quit the app before completing these steps. |
Extract all content from the AdHocAlert zip file (below).Follow the link to download the required package,
View file name AdHocAlert-1.18.0+7-PassiveSetup (1).exe
Double-click to run the extracted .EXE file to install.
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An installation window will appear, click Install.
Leave If promoted, leave Launch program box checked.
Click Finish.
After AdHocAlert desktop notification has been installed, clients will be required to restart their machine and log back in again to complete the installation.
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AdHocAlert will not automatically update to the latest version, this will be a manual process. Note that emergency alerts will continue to be sent to older versions of the tool.
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