Scheduled Outage for INET, IS Magion, and the MU Portal (2026)
As part of the modernization and upgrade of Masaryk University’s IT infrastructure, there will be a scheduled outage of the INET, Magion, and MU Portal systems from 6:00 p.m. on Friday, July 17, until 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 18. This update is necessary to ensure the security, stability, and long-term support of IT services. On this page, you will find more detailed and up-to-date information, FAQs, and contact information for who to reach out to in case of any issues.
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Why is the outage occurring?
The planned outage is related to the modernization of the Oracle database system, on which key university systems such as INET, Magion, and the MU Portal rely. The update is necessary for several reasons:
- to enhance security
- to ensure reliable operation
- to ensure long-term support and compatibility
- to maintain the quality of IT services in the future
How will the outage proceed, and what does this mean for users?
The outage will begin in the evening on Friday, July 17, and will end at noon on Saturday, July 18. The dates and times for the outage were chosen to minimize disruption to normal operations. However, during the outage, the following services will not be available:
- the INET information system
- the Magion economic information system
- the MU Portal
- printing services for student
Outage Schedule
The system outage will take place from 6:00 p.m. on Friday, July 17, until 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 18 (including a buffer in case of any complications). You can also monitor the current service status here.
Who should I contact if I have any problems?
The outage should proceed without any issues. However, if any complications arise after it ends that you suspect may be related to the outage, please contact it@muni.cz.
Why is the outage necessary?
The outage is related to an update of the Oracle database system, which is essential to the operation of certain university systems. The update is important for their security and stability.
Who is affected by the outage?
The outage affects all users of the INET, Magion, and MU Portal systems - that is, all MU employees and students.
Will other IT services and systems continue to function?
Yes, other services and systems should function without restrictions, unless otherwise noted.
Is there anything I need to do before the outage?
We recommend that you plan and adjust your work or study schedule to account for the planned outage. It is likely that during the downtime, you will not be able to submit travel requests, request work-from-home arrangements, request vacation time, perform administrative tasks related to financial and project activities, or carry out other tasks in the INET system.
What if I need something during the outage?
During the outage, the listed systems will be unavailable. We therefore recommend that you schedule your work on these systems outside of this time frame.
Could the outage be extended?
The outage is scheduled for the time indicated. In the event of unexpected complications, we will notify you via this page.
