Remote-access Guide

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by Asha Romaguera Published 2 years ago Updated 2 years ago
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How do I get a University of Aberdeen email account?

You’ll be given a University of Aberdeen email account as soon as you become a registered student with us. The email service we use is Outlook on the web, hosted by Microsoft Office 365.

How do I access my university email and calendar remotely?

Use Outlook Web App (OWA 365) to access your university email and calendar remotely via a web browser from any location that provides internet access. See Learners' Toolkit to download user guides on configuring compatible mobile devices.

Where can I find information about remote working technology for UAB?

Share your ideas and ask questions on our crowdsourcing site, SPARK, at ideas.uab.edu. The solutions above are intended for campus users. Please contact the HSIS Help Desk at 205-934-8888 or email srquest@uabmc.edu for information about remote working technology solutions for UAB Health System.

What is the University’s policy on remote IT users?

However, it is important that remote IT users ensure they work in a secure manner and do not cause increased risk to the University’s IT infrastructure, data security and reputation. 1.1. The purpose of this policy is to define standards for users accessing University resources remotely.

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What is Outlook for University of Aberdeen?

Microsoft Outlook is the standard email and calendaring package for staff and research postgraduate students at the University of Aberdeen. Part of the Microsoft Office suite, Outlook is a personal information management tool that displays your email, contacts and calendar within one integrated product. Help and support: User guides - in Toolkit.

What is a pin code for university?

Note: Your mobile device (phone, pad or tablet) must be protected by a 4 digit PIN code if you want to use it for your University email and calendar. Setting a PIN code protects both you and the University from unauthorised access to your University Exchange account.

Can Mailman lists contain external email addresses?

Mailman lists can contain external email addresses as well as those of staff and students. However, the service is provided primarily for local use. If you envisage setting up a wider discussion list, open to academics and researchers on a national level, see National Lists below. User guides.

What email service does the University of Aberdeen use?

You’ll be given a University of Aberdeen email account as soon as you become a registered student with us. The email service we use is Outlook on the web , hosted by Microsoft Office 365.

What is the username for MyAberdeen?

Your username is the same one you use to access MyAberdeen. It’s in the format t99jb19.

Why is checking your university email important?

Why checking University email is essential. All emails relating to your studies will be sent to your University email account, not your personal email account. So it’s really important you get into the habit of using it and checking it frequently. We do not accept failure to check your email as grounds for appeal.

What is the primary communication tool your tutors and School will use to contact you?

University email is the primary communication tool your tutors and School will use to contact you. It’s also the method you’ll use to contact University staff and students about your studies.

Can you reply to a university email from a non-university address?

Just remember this is only useful to keep you updated. You should always log in to your University account to reply. Otherwise, replies will be sent from your non-University address.

Can you forward emails to your university email?

You can set your University email account to forward all incoming messages to your personal or work email account – any account you check regularly. This is a good way to keep tabs on your course-related emails, making sure you do not miss any important announcements.

How to access Outlook while away from work?

Email access: View, reply and send emails using Outlook Web Access at http://mailbox.mdanderson.org to access outlook while away from work. When you login, you will be asked to do a Duo Two-Factor Authentication to confirm your information.

What is the phone number for the Employee Assistance Program?

For information, consultation, referrals, or to schedule an appointment, call 713-745-6901.

How to contact 4INFO?

If you need assistance accessing or using any tools, contact 4INFO (713-794-4636).

Who is responsible for remote access to a university?

It is the responsibility of the University employees, contractors, vendors and agents with remote access privileges to the University's corporate network to ensure that their remote access connection is given the same consideration as the user's on-site connection to the University.

What is the purpose of the University's network guidelines?

These standards are designed to minimize the potential exposure to the University from damage which may result from unauthorised use of University resources, including the loss of sensitive or company confidential data, theft of intellectual property, damage to the public image of the institutuion, or corruption of critical University internal systems.

Who must obtain prior approval from Information Services?

Organisations or individuals who wish to implement non-standard Remote Access solutions to the University production network must obtain prior approval from Information Services.

Can employees use the Internet for recreational use?

General access to the Internet for recreational use by immediate household members through the University Network on personal computers is permitted for employees that have flat-rate services. The University employee is responsible to ensure the family member does not violate any of the University policies, does not perform illegal activities, and does not use the access for outside business interests. The University employee bears responsibility for the consequences should the access be misused.

Can you give someone your university password?

At no time should any University employee provide their login or email password to anyone, not even family members.

How to contact UAB Health System?

The solutions above are intended for campus users. Please contact the HSIS Help Desk at 205-934-8888 or email srquest@uabmc.edu for information about remote working technology solutions for UAB Health System.

Does UAB offer laptops?

Through UAB’s TechTools program, we offer a laptop bundle that includes a power strip, monitor, keyboard and mouse. Note: Link access is limited to approved Desktop Services customers. Contact the person in your department responsible for purchasing if you need assistance, or your department IT provider if you are not a Desktop Services customer.

Does UAB support Internet Explorer?

UAB IT no longer supports viewing this website on Internet Explorer and as such has not been tested on this browser. Please consider upgrading to a modern web browser such as the Chromium based Microsoft Edge .

Does UAB have cloud storage?

UAB has cloud storage options — including Box and OneDrive — that are appropriate for public and sensitive data. Learn more about what to store in the cloud and where .

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