Colonial Connect Set Up & Feature Changes
Set up your Colonial Connect Phone & Voicemail
How do I get a GW phone number?
Visit the Colonial Connect Welcome page to learn how to request phone services, including a desktop phone and a voicemail box. You will also be able to make calls, chat and check voicemail from your computer. If you do not receive a confirmation email within two days of submitting your request, please contact the IT Support Center at 202-994-4948. Most requests are handled by the next business day.
Note: You must be on GW VPN to access the Colonial Connect Welcome page from off campus.
How do I get a headset?
o purchase a headset, you must first email [email protected] to request an iBuy CDW-G account. Once your account is registered, go to the iBuy site, select Goods and Services, and then Computer Hardware and Software. Click on CDWG, then click on Recommended Headsets.
What if I need a desktop phone?
If you don't currently have a desktop phone, you must first email [email protected] to request an iBuy CDW-G account. Once your account is registered, go to the iBuy site, select Goods and Services, and then Computer Hardware and Software. Click on CDWG, then click on Recommended Hard Phones. Once you have your desktop phone, visit here to configure your phone number with your desktop phone. You will need to provide the MAC address and phone model of your desktop phone. The MAC address and phone model can be found on a sticker on the bottom of your phone (see pictures right). If you already have a phone and need to change the name associated with it, please submit a Voice and Data Services Request.
Change features on your Colonial Connect phone
Communications options on Digital Workplace allow you to:
