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HotSpot

The McMaster Students Union (MSU) IT is the tech support team for the MSU, located in the McMaster University Student Centre. As the MSU’s dedicated IT division, we’ve consistently delivered technical solutions to enhance staff efficiency, and now we’re expanding our mission to serve the student community directly.

Through our new monthly IT Help Desk initiative, we’re making technical support more accessible than ever. Whether you’re on campus or connecting remotely, our skilled team is ready to assist with any technology-related challenges.

Visit us at the Student Centre or connect with us online to experience our  IT support services firsthand.

 

Expandable List

Campus Connect Kiosk

McMaster University Student Center (MUSC)

Online Support

Available:
Monday – Friday

In-Person Support

Location:
MUSC Marketplace (Campus Connect Booth)
Day:
Second Wednesday of every month, Fall/Winter semester
Hours:
9:00AM – 5:00PM
Dates:
September 10
October 8th
November 12th
December 10th
January 28th
February 11th
March 18th
April 8th

Need Help?

Whether it’s in person or online, we’ve got you covered throughout the week!

Interested in purchasing?

Please contact one of the staff or visit our on-campus store.

Product 1

iMac (27-inch, Late 2012, Refurbished)

$249.99

2.9 GHz quad-core Intel Core i5 processor | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 660M graphics processor with 512MB of GDDR5 memory | 8GB of 1600MHz DDR3 memory | 2TB Storage

Product 2

DBX 266XL Stereo Compressor Limiter Gate

$150

Goof proof operation to smooth uneven levels, add sustain to guitars, fatten drums or tighten up mixes

Product 3

ART Pro Audio HeadAmp 4 Four Channel Headphone Amplifier

$49.99

8 output (4-channel) stereo headphone amp

Product 4

Dell Optical Wired Mouse – MS116

$9.99

The Dell™ Optical Mouse – MS116 features optical LED tracking and wired connectivity providing a stellar performance day after day.

Product 5

iPhone 14-16 Case

$14.99

Available for all iPhone types from iPhone 14 to iPhone 16

  • Black Case
  • Clear Case
Product 6

iPhone 14-16 Screen Guard

$14.99

Available for all iPhone types from iPhone 14 to iPhone 16

Product 7

Cable & Adapter Grab Box

$5 – $20

  • USB adapters
  • HDMI adapters
  • USB Cables
  • Display Port adapters
Product 8

Dell Optiplex 3050

$200

Product 9

HP Pavilion All-in-One Desktop

$200

Product 10

Item Rentals

$5

  • iPhone Lightning Cable
  • 16GB pendrive

Rent available for the whole day: 9am – 4pm

Services Provided

Service Fees: Please refer to our price list for current rates and service charges.

Diagnostic Services

Service
Description
Price
System Checkup
Comprehensive evaluation of your computer’s overall health and performance.
FREE
System Diagnostic
In-depth analysis to identify specific hardware or software issues.
FREE

Hardware Installations

Service
Description
Price
Screen or Related Part Replacement
Replacement of damaged or malfunctioning screens and display components.
$79.99
Memory Upgrade or Replacement – Basic
Installation or replacement of RAM modules to upgrade system memory.
$19.99
HDD/SSD Upgrade or Replacement – Basic
Hard drive or solid-state drive replacement and installation services.
$19.99
Touch Pad Replacement
Replacement of defective or damaged touchpad components.
$29.99
System Build
Custom computer assembly and configuration services.
$59.99
System Build with Operating System
Custom computer assembly with OS installation and setup.
$64.99
System Build with Liquid-Cooling
Custom computer assembly with liquid cooling system installation.
$74.99
System Build with Liquid-Cooling & Operating System
Complete custom build with liquid cooling and OS installation.
$84.99

Software Installation Services

Service
Description
Price
Operating System Installation
Professional installation and setup of operating systems.
$19.99
Operating System Installation with Data Transfer
OS installation with migration of your existing data.
$39.99
Software Installations
Professional installation and setup of programs and applications.
Contact
Virus Removal
Complete malware and virus removal and system cleaning.
$69.99
BIOS/Firmware Update
System firmware updates and BIOS configuration.
$29.99

Data Transfer & Recovery Services

Service
Description
Price
Data Transfer
Moving data between devices and systems safely.
$29.99
Drive or Disk Cloning
Complete disk duplication for backup or migration purposes.
$39.99
Data Recovery – Functional Device
Retrieving lost/corrupted files from functional devices (not overwritten).
$99.99

Additional Services

Service
Description
Price
Minor Software Fixes
Quick solutions for common software problems and glitches.
Contact
Minor Hardware Fixes
Basic physical repairs and component replacements.
Contact
E-Waste Recycling
Environmentally responsible disposal of old electronics.
FREE
Avenue to Learn Assistance
Support for McMaster University’s online learning platform.
Contact
Screen Protector Installations
Professional installation of screen protectors to protect your device’s display while maintaining touch sensitivity and visual clarity.
Contact

Contact Information

If you have any inquiries, please send a request to the link below.

Support Tickets

MSU IT Help Desk

IT Team

IT Tech / Web Developer
Jr. IT Tech

Online Chat

https://msuit.ca/

MSU Hot Spot Device Service Agreement

This agreement is made between MSU Hot Spot and the Customer on the date signed below.

1. Service Authorization

By signing this agreement, the Client authorizes MSU Hot Spot to perform diagnostic and repair services on their device(s).

2. Device Condition

The Client acknowledges that their device may have pre-existing damage or issues. MSU Hot Spot will document visible damage upon receipt but is not responsible for undiscovered pre-existing conditions.

3. Data Security

  • The Client is solely responsible for backing up all data before service
  • MSU Hot Spot assumes no responsibility for data loss, corruption, or recovery
  • The Client acknowledges that repair services may result in complete data loss

4. Liability Waiver

The Client agrees that MSU Hot Spot shall not be liable for:

  • Any damage to the device during repair attempts
  • Hardware failures during or after service
  • Loss of stored information or data
  • Consequential damages arising from device malfunction
  • Delays in service completion

5. Abandoned Devices

Devices left unclaimed for 30 days after service completion will be considered abandoned and may be disposed of or recycled.

6. Payment

Payment is due in full upon completion of service. MSU Hot Spot reserves the right to hold devices until payment is received.

Client Acknowledgment

I have read, understand, and agree to the terms and conditions above.

Device Description: _______________________

Serial Number: __________________________

 

Client Name: ___________________________

Student Number: ________________________

Client Signature: ________________________

Date: _________________________________

 

MSU Hot Spot Representative: _____________