Universität Bonn

University IT and Data Center

Our WIFI never sleeps
We operate the central network of the University of Bonn.
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We, the HRZ: traditionally modern
We are the contact point for all questions, ideas and projects concerning the central IT services of the University of Bonn. 
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Our WIFI never sleeps
We, the HRZ: traditionally modern
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University IT and Data Center

The University IT and Data Center (Hochschulrechenzentrum, HRZ) is the central IT service provider of the University of Bonn

News
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HRZ apprentice as ambassador for traineeships
On 4 December 2025, the accomplishments and commitment of traineeship-ambassadors of different subject areas have been acknowledged by the Bonn/Rhine-Sieg Chamber of Commerce and Industry (IHK). In his function as IHK traineeship-ambassador our apprentice Alex Töws visited several schools in the last year and has introduced his traineeship as specialist for system integration as well as his own personal experiences. Subsequently, he answered the questions of pupils regarding the traineeship. At the award ceremony Alex and his trainer Markus Kann (in representation of the HRZ) received their certificates at the Deutsches Museum Bonn.
Dec 09, 2025
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Opening hours of the IT helpdesk during the christmas holidays 2025
The IT Helpdesk's opening hours will be limited between the holidays. On 22 and 23 December, the IT Helpdesk will be open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. On 29 and 30 December and on 2 January, support will be available from 9 a.m to 15 p.m only via email and telephone. From 3 January, the IT helpdesk will be open again as usual from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Dec 02, 2025
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Initiative to Safeguard Endangered Scientific Data
Scientific data is essential for the advancement of research. For this reason, both the DFG and the FDM have developed an initiative to rescue research data. The aim is to protect data from manipulation and deletion. Researchers from all disciplines are encouraged to act as data patrons and report datasets at risk. By expanding the data backup system through the DataPublication.nrw project, research data management in NRW will be even more efficient in the future and will provide a solid infrastructure to counteract global political decisions on how to handle research data. If you are aware of any research data that may be at risk, please send an email to:  forschungsdatensicherung-nrw@listserv.dfn.de Here you can find more information regarding the process and the funding initiative.
Nov 24, 2025
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KIWIS: New service for the access of generative language models
With the new service KIWIS the University of Bonn provides its members with a simple access to different generative language models that can be used for studying, teaching, research and administration. Within the framework of the DiCe project KIWIS the initialisation, design and further development of the service are conform with data security and legal regulations.   Use KIWIS KIWIS offers access to various, generative AI language models and helps users with notes and tips to effectively use the service. For example, users can create several chats as well as share them, sort them by theme and assign names.  Classes  In order to ensure that the legal framework is is complied with during the use, the University of Bonn offers free classes for employees. The "AI Act Fit" programmes help to gain fundamental competences and they are in line with the requirements of the EU-AI regulation.  Beside the mandatory classes the programme offers different classes for user groups of all competence levels. A majority of the classes are free for employees and are offered in German and English. 
Nov 10, 2025
Eine Wissenschaftlerin und ein Wissenschaftler arbeiten hinter einer Glasfassade und mischen Chemikalien mit Großgeräten.
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Help and Services

The University IT and Data Center offers a variety of services and provides support for them. You can find all services here:

System Status and Maintenance

The status of all systems of the University IT and Data Center, maintenance messages and current faults are available on a separate status overview at StatusPage.

Uni-ID

All information about the Uni-ID. This is your access to the university's central IT services.

WiFi

How do I access the internet and the university network on campus with my laptop, mobile phone and co?

Confluence

With Confluence, you get a modern tool for your internal communication and collaboration.

Data Storage

You have research data on a large scale?
We have the infrastructure to securely store your data and continue working with it.

Ruderer im Botanischen Garten
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Career

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Offers and projects at the HRZ

Apprenticeship

We train! Information about the apprenticeship as IT specialist

Career

We offer a wide range of career opportunities in science and technology.

Contact 

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About Us

We are happy to explain who we are, what makes us tick and what we are working on. 

Contact

IT-Helpdesk

The IT - Helpdesk is staffed from 8 am to 6 pm and will be happy to help you with your questions.

Contact

+49 (0)228 73 2751

info-hrz@uni-bonn.de

Address

Wegelerstraße 6

53115 Bonn