Equipment Setup Guide for Laptop Computers

Work From Home Users

Welcome to the CoxHealth team! We’re thrilled to have you join us and become an important part of our organization. Even though we may be miles apart, we’re connected by our shared goals, values, and commitment to excellence.

Working from home offers flexibility and comfort, and we want to ensure you feel supported and equipped to succeed in your new role. Our team is here to help you every step of the way—whether it’s through regular virtual meetings, resources, or just a friendly chat.

Here are a few things to help you get started smoothly:

  • Communication: Stay connected via our collaboration tools, such as Zoom, Slack, or Teams, to stay in touch with colleagues and managers.
  • Support: To reach our IT Service Desk, call 417-269-4357 to report issues.
  • Work environment: We encourage you to create a dedicated workspace that promotes focus, comfort, and productivity.

We’re excited about the talents and ideas you bring and look forward to your contributions. Remember, even from a distance, you’re an essential part of our team’s success.

Below, you’ll find photos and instructions to help guide you through setting up your desktop computer for work from home with CoxHealth.

Computer Equipment:

Laptop Connection Guide:

1. Power Button 
2. Ethernet Connector
3. USB-C Connector 
4. USB-C Connector 
5. HDMI Connector 

6. USB 3.2 Connector (Always On)
7. USB 3.2 Connector (Always On)  
8. Ethernet Connector 
9. USB 3.2 Connectors 

Docking Station Connection Guide:

10. Power Button 
11. USB-C Connector
12. USB 3.2 Connector 
13. Headphone Jack 
14. USB-C Connector (Laptop)
15. Power Connector

16. Display Port Connection 1 
17. Display Port Connection 2
18. HDMI Connector 
19. USB 3.2 Connectors
20. Ethernet Connector
21. USB 3.2 Connector

Monitor Connection Guide:

To set up your monitor, please see the illustrations below. 
Note: Do not touch the monitor within the screen area. The screen area is glass and can be damaged by rough handling or excessive pressure. 

  1. Take out the Top cushion and accessories.
  2. Mounting the stand to monitor’s recess. Insert the three tabs on the upper part of the stand to the groove on the back of the monitor. Press the stand down till it snaps into place.
  3. Insert the base towards the stand and tighten the thumbscrew.
  4. Stand up the monitor with both hands carefully.

Connecting Monitor to PC:

 

22. Power Cord Connector
23. Display Port Connector 
24. HDMI Port Connector
25. VGA Port Connector 
26. USB Upstream Connector 

27. USB 3.2 Connector 
28. USB 3.2 Connector
29. Headphone Jack 
30. USB 3.2 Connector
31. USB 3.2 Connector
32. Power Button 

Identifying Ports:

  1. USB C Cable
  2. Ethernet Cable
  3. HDMI Cable
  4. Display Port Cable
  5. USB 2.0 Cable
  6. USB 3.0 Cable
  7. Headphone Jack (Green or Black)

Connecting up the Laptop:

The follow is a guide to connect the equipment together. When you see a letter or number in parentheses please refer to the connection guide images:

  • (Laptop) 1-16 on Page 4-5
  • (Docking Station) on Page 6
  • (Monitor) 17-27 on Page 7
  • (Port Connections) A-G on Page 8 

 

  1. Connect Monitor  Monitor One with Display Port Cable(D) into Monitor(23) and Docking Station(16). This will be your left monitor. Connect Power Cord to Monitor(22).
  2. Connect Monitor Two with HDMI Port Cable(C) into Monitor(24) and Docking Station(18). This will be your right monitor. Connect Power Cord to Monitor(22).
  3. Connect your USB Mouse(E) into Docking Station(21).
  4. Connect your USB Keyboard(E) into Docking Station(21). Wired connection go to step 5. Wireless connection skip to step 7.
  5. Connect Ethernet Cable(B) into Docking Station(20).
  6. Connect Power Adapter(Yellow Tip) to Docking Station(15).
  7. Connect USBC Cable(A) into Docking Station(14) and into Laptop(3).
  8. Power on your Monitors(32) by pressing the power button.
  9. Power on your Docking Station(10) by pressing the power button. 

Wired Connections will look like this:

Your Laptop Setup should now look something similar to this:
 

PC will boot up and display a login screen:

 

Press CTRL-ALT-DEL to display the login prompt
 

In the type in your user name and password. Username starts with “EMP”. See example below:

Upon successful login you will be presented with the desktop:

You will see displayed on the desktop screen in the bottom right corner:

  • Hostname: Name of your PC. This will also be referred to as a “C” number.
  • IP Address: Your current IP Address
  • Username: Your username

  • Service Desk Phone number. 

     

Helpful Notes:

  • You will need to search for and run Teams manually the first time on a new Laptop. To do this click search on the taskbar and type in Teams to find it. Click on Teams to launch it. The next time you reboot or power on your PC it will start automatically.
  • As always please do not hesitate to reach out to the Service Desk you you need help or have questions 417-269-4357.