 Servers & Administration

IP Address Reservations are available by request for wired network devices in administrative and academic departments.

We assist departments with storing and managing physical servers in the Texas State data centers based on departmental business need.

Request to purchase a server, such as local server software, using our intake form.

Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML) single sign-on is the standard method Texas State uses to allow users to log into third party or cloud applications using their NetID and password.

A Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) Certificate creates an encrypted connection between your web server and your visitors' web browser allowing for private information to be transmitted without the problems of eavesdropping, data tampering, and message forgery.

Server Load Balancing is assisting departments with application load balancing by use multiple, identical servers.

Microsoft Structured Query Language (SQL) Cluster allows users to connect several servers to a single database. SQL Clusters at Texas State are used by applications and services hosted in the data center. The cluster is not meant for classroom or academic use.

Virtual Server Management (Hosted Service) is offered by request and upon an evaluation of departmental business need.