Software

Common Software-related Issues

Can't Access Network Drives When Working From Home/Out of Office
Sometimes when working outside the office, whether that's at home or on the road, you will lose access to your network drives. Here are some reasons why...
Fri, Jul 15, 2022 at 10:20 AM
Documents attaching to Email as links
Here are instructions for how to fix the issue of documents attaching to emails as sharepoint links even if you tell it to attach as a document: 1) Cli...
Wed, Jun 19, 2024 at 10:32 AM
How to Add Filevine to Outlook
This is the guide on how to setup Filevine for Outlook. In Outlook, at the top of the Home tab, click Get Add-ins In the Add-ins window that appears, ...
Fri, Mar 24, 2023 at 9:08 AM
How to Clear Cookies/Cache from Microsoft Edge/Google Chrome
Periodically, you may need to clear your cookies and cache from Microsoft Edge/Google Chrome. This allows the websites you visit to load new data and update...
Tue, Apr 11, 2023 at 3:00 PM
How to Connect to the VPN
The VPN (Virtual Private Network) is an enhanced internet connection that allows you to pretend you're in the office without actually being in the offic...
Wed, Jan 18, 2023 at 9:05 AM
How to Disable the New Layout for Adobe Acrobat
Recently, Adobe did an update that changes the layout of the entire Adobe Acrobat software.  In order to change it back, click Menu at the top left, and...
Mon, Aug 28, 2023 at 9:22 AM
How to Perform a Group Policy update
This is sometimes necessary in order to apply server updates to your computer when you are remote. Connect to the VPN Open the start menu and type: CM...
Fri, Mar 1, 2024 at 9:52 PM
How to Perform Windows Updates
Running updates on electronic devices is a generally accepted cost of using electronic devices. Mobile devices such as your cell phone consistently need upd...
Fri, May 13, 2022 at 10:35 AM
How to Share a Calendar in Outlook
This guide can be used to help you share a calendar with someone in the office. It only works with Burg Simpson employees and cannot be used to share your c...
Wed, Aug 14, 2024 at 10:28 AM
How to Sync your Password to Work from Home Laptop
So you changed your password in the office, but it's not working on your laptop at home? This is the guide on how to update that password so that everyt...
Thu, Feb 9, 2023 at 9:09 AM