Admin On-Demand on PSU-Managed Systems

The Make Me Admin & Admin Privileges tools are for users who need the use of elevated permissions on their computer for software or operating system installations/updates. PSU makes many applications available through Self Service and OIT highly recommends checking for applications users are looking to download or update there before submitting a request. Evaluation of Administrator needs are made by the Helpdesk when a user calls in or via ticket through our Administrative Access Request Form.

How to use:

Windows:

1. Fill out the Admin Access Request form above.

2. Find Make Me Admin from the Start Menu, or search for it through the taskbar.

3. Select the “Grant Me Administrator Rights” button.

4. Once selected, you will receive a confirmation message from the system that you were successfully added to the Administrator group.

MacOS:

1. Fill out the Admin Access Request form above.

2. Download the Admin Privileges App from Self Service.

3. Ensure that ‘Privileges’ is added to your dock.

4. Right-Click the application and select ‘Toggle Privileges’.

Additional Information:

• Before being able to utilize the tool the first time, you will need to log out of your computer and back in again.

• Administrator rights will be revoked after 10 minutes or upon logging out or rebooting. 

• Use of this tool will be monitored, any abuse will result in revocation of the use of this tool.