Maintenance
Microsoft Entra ID - Retirement of Security Questions
Resolved Jun 1, 2026 at 9:00am UTC
Maintenance ended
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Data Centre Network Migration - Server Moves 2nd - 5th June
Resolved Jun 5, 2026 at 10:00am UTC
Maintenance ended
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University Print Service - Maintenance / Upgrade
Resolved Jun 2, 2026 at 12:00pm UTC
Maintenance ended
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Network - Upgrade in 4 East South
Resolved Jun 3, 2026 at 8:00am UTC
Maintenance ended
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High-Voltage Maintenance - Network Services at Risk
Resolved Jun 5, 2026 at 4:00am UTC
Maintenance ended
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Network - Switch Restart in 4ES
Resolved Jun 5, 2026 at 7:00am UTC
Maintenance ended
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Data Centre Network Migration - Server Moves (09/06 - 12/06)
Resolved Jun 12, 2026 at 10:00am UTC
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Wi‑Fi (eduroam) - Network Configuration Update
Resolved Jun 11, 2026 at 8:00am UTC
Maintenance ended
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Business Objects (iTrent) - Planned Maintenance
Resolved Jun 16, 2026 at 5:00pm UTC
Maintenance ended
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Network - Upgrade in 4 East South
Resolved Jun 16, 2026 at 10:00am UTC
Maintenance ended
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Data Centre Network Migration - Server Moves
Maintenance Jun 16, 2026 at 8:00am UTC
We will be carrying out planned network migration work across our data centres, moving a number of systems onto new network infrastructure.
A maintenance window will take place each day between 09:00 and 11:00, during which there may be brief interruptions to some services. No downtime is expected outside this window.
This work is part of ongoing improvements to enhance network security, resilience, and performance. We will monitor services throughout the migration and take action if an...
Microsoft Entra ID - Device Code Authentication Changes
Resolved Jun 18, 2026 at 11:00am UTC
Maintenance ended
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SharePoint & OneDrive - Sharing Link Expiration Enabled
Resolved Jun 18, 2026 at 11:00am UTC
Maintenance ended
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files.bath (Nextcloud) - Quarterly Update
Resolved Jun 18, 2026 at 8:00am UTC
Maintenance ended
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High-Voltage Maintenance - Network Services at Risk
Maintenance Jun 20, 2026 at 6:00am UTC
The Campus Infrastructure department, supported by specialist electrical contractors, will be carrying out statutory high‑voltage (HV) maintenance across several University substations. This essential work is required to maintain the safety, compliance, and reliability of the University’s electrical infrastructure.
Although this work is not IT‑led, it may have an impact on IT and network services in affected buildings. Power interruptions during the maintenance windows may affect equipme...
PURE - Planned System Upgrade
Maintenance Jun 22, 2026 at 4:00am UTC
Pure will be upgraded to a newer version to ensure the system remains up to date with the latest fixes and improvements.
During this time, Pure will be unavailable to all users for approximately 30 minutes.
This upgrade will deliver important bug fixes, improve system stability, and help maintain a secure and reliable service.
Microsoft Entra ID - Enhanced Sign‑In Security
Maintenance Jun 23, 2026 at 9:00am UTC
We will be introducing a security update to block high‑risk sign‑in attempts identified by Microsoft’s security systems.
Currently, high‑risk sign‑ins require additional authentication. Following this change, these sign‑in attempts will be blocked entirely to better protect user accounts from compromise.
Most users will not notice any impact. However, in some cases (for example, when using certain VPN services or unfamiliar locations), users may be blocked from signing in and may ne...
Windows 11 - New Sign-In Experience Rollout
Maintenance Jun 29, 2026 at 8:00am UTC
The University will begin a phased rollout of a new sign-in experience for compatible Windows 11 laptops from 1 June 2026, starting with DDaT staff, followed by a wider rollout from 15 June 2026.
Users will be prompted to set up a PIN at sign-in, with the option to use fingerprint or facial recognition where supported. Password sign-in will remain available as a backup.
This change introduces a faster and more secure way to access University devices, aligning with modern security standards ...
Mac Devices - Microsoft Intune Registration
Maintenance Jul 6, 2026 at 8:00am UTC
Please note that the date of this change has been amended to 06/07/2026.
From 06/07/2026, users of University‑managed Macs will see a new option in Jamf Self Service to register their device with Microsoft Intune.
This is a one‑time step that takes only a few minutes to complete and will not affect your applications, services, or sign‑in experience.
To complete the registration, open Jamf Self Service, navigate to the Device Compliance section, and run “Register with Microsoft Intune”, the...
Moodle - Annual Upgrade & Archive
Maintenance Jul 28, 2026 at 11:00pm UTC
Moodle will be unavailable for the full day on Wednesday 29 July 2026 due to scheduled annual maintenance, upgrade activities, and the creation of the 2025/26 archive snapshot. There will be no access to the system, including read-only, during this period.
This work is required to maintain platform security, stability, and performance and includes behind-the-scenes system updates and infrastructure improvements.
A full snapshot of the site will be taken ahead of the maintenance and reta...