How to Connect
- Log onto the CSUS VPN.
- Visit https://stats.labs.csus.edu and navigate to the lab and system you wish. ...
- Click the "Connect" button, which will download a Microsoft Remote Desktop session.
- There may be additional security prompts, please read and then allow the session to continue.
Full Answer
How to enter CSUS username?
Enter your CSUS username in the following format: CSUSyour username. Enter your CSUS password.
How to use a different account in CSUS?
When the login window opens, select "More Choices" and then "Use a Different Account". This is necessary because by default the credential window may be trying to use your personal system's login rather than your CSUS credentials, depending on your local system.
Who has access to ECS?
Only ECS students or those students enrolled in ECS classes will have access.
How to disconnect from a remote desktop?
In order to disconnect from the system, please click on the Windows start menu profile icon and “log off”. This will instantly free up the system for another student. "Disconnecting" or closing the Remote Desktop window will disconnect your session but will not log you out. We have a short grace period for disconnects (a few minutes), after which time your session will be forcibly logged off. This could potentially result in lost data, so be careful. A project file open in a program may or may not be autosaved to a suitable location, depending on the software. You may also not be able to log back into retrieve a file that wasn't saved to a safe location before the nightly deepfreeze reversion.
Where to save files on CSUS?
When you are connected to and working remotely from a CSUS lab computer, the best place to save your files is on the U drive of the remote computer ('This PC' > U: when you are on the remote computer). The U: drive is a cloud like storage location for University computers where your own personal data is stored. Think of it as personal cloud storage tied to your SacLink account. It is preloaded into each University owned device that you log into with your SacLink account, including the computers you can access via the VPN.
How long do you have to log back in if you close your connection?
If you accidentally close your connection before logging out, you have 5 minutes to log back in and recover your session before the session is close and your work lost.
How to move files from U drive to computer?
To move your files from the university U: drive to your own local computer, use GlobalProtect to connect to the U drive on your local machine. You can use your file manager (Windows: File Explorer, macOS: Finder) to copy or move files in and out of the U drive so they can pass between the university computer system and your own computer.
How to distribute data for GIS courses?
Some instructors are providing their class with datasets through Canvas, ArcGIS Online groups, or the shared geog drive. Verify with your instructor which approach they are using.
Can you share remote connection link with students outside your class?
Please DO NOT share the remote connection link with students outside your class. If this link is widely shared and used, computers may not be available for students enrolled in GIS courses to use.
Can I connect to eduroam wifi?
When you are connected to Wi-Fi while on campus , or at another educational institution, you should connect to the eduroam Wi-Fi network using your SacLink credentials.
Can you store passwords on SacLink?
Do not enable storage of passwords on your device for your SacLink account, or any other credentials you may use to access University information resources.
Faculty & Staff Resources
If you’re teaching or working remotely (off-campus) either occasionally or regularly, here are a variety of University-supported resources and tools to support secure access and remote collaboration with campus resources and your students/colleagues.
Are you ready to work remotely?
Review the Remote-Ready Checklist and Personal Device Security Guidelines.
Remote Access Checklist
Test your access to the campus-supported tools and resources you’ll need to do your work remotely. You should be able to do the following off-campus from a University-managed or personal device:
Need Equipment?
If you need to checkout a laptop or other equipment to do your work remotely, the Laptop & Equipment Checkout Program is a resource for you. Items are available on a first-come, first-served basis by request, and include:
Connect Securely to Campus Resources
Whether you’re using a University-managed device or your personal computer/device, these steps and tools are essential for ensuring a secure connection to campus resources.
Call Forwarding & Voicemail
We offer a variety of ways to forward and manage phone calls and voicemail to support remote work:
Get Support
The IRT Service Desk Team will continue virtual operations, but offers a number of ways to get support during and after support hours.
How do I use ECS Labs Remotely?
A system called Sassafras has been deployed to most ECS labs which allows ECS students to use a lab machine remotely.
What is Zoom for campus?
Zoom is a web conferencing technology which allows the campus community to hold live meetings, webinars, and share content from our screens. All you need is a device with an Internet connection. The Zoom platform offers web conferencing services with both voice and video, and other features like Q&A, polling, remote screen control, whiteboards, and discussions.
Does CSUS have zoom?
All CSUS faculty, staff, and students already have zoom accounts which can be accessed via your normal CSUS Saclink credentials.
