Remote-access Guide

ecf u of t remote access

by Antoinette Farrell Published 2 years ago Updated 2 years ago
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Remote Access to ECF & Department Labs The Windows Remote Desktop service for ECF and department labs is for U of T Engineering students only. You may access the service at the following URL: https://ssl.ecf.utoronto.ca/ecf/services/rd. Follow the instructions on that page to be connected to a free computer.

Remote Access to ECF & Department Labs
The Windows Remote Desktop service for ECF and department labs is for U of T Engineering students only. You may access the service at the following URL: https://ssl.ecf.utoronto.ca/ecf/services/rd. Follow the instructions on that page to be connected to a free computer.

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How do I login to ECF student services?

If you are an undergrad and do not remember your password, click on the corresponding link from the login page, and you will be asked to authenticate yourself using your UTORid. ECF Student Services can also be accessed from any workstation in the ECF Labs by logging in with the username and password "account."

How do I get remote access to ECF?

Remote ECF Linux Access. remote.ecf.utoronto.ca provides remote access to ECF Linux. Traditional methods of connecting to ECF (or anywhere) over a network, such as telnet and rlogin, are not terribly secure. All data is sent as “cleartext” (i.e., unencrypted), which means that anyone who has access to the data stream can “sniff” the data packets.

When can I apply for the ECF program?

The initial ECF Program application filing window will open on June 29 and close on August 13. During the application filing window, eligible schools, libraries, and consortia of eligible schools and libraries, can submit requests for funding to purchase eligible equipment and services between July 1, 2021 and June 30, 2022.

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Are UOFT labs open?

While these labs are technically open 24/7 once students, staff, and faculty are inside the buildings, access to the labs will be impacted by nightly and weekend building closures.

How can I check my ECF print quota?

The 'pq' command on the ECF LINUX systems will show your current print totals and quota limit as of 3:00 a.m.

How do I access ECF?

Remote Access to ECF & Department Labs The Windows Remote Desktop service for ECF and department labs is for U of T Engineering students only. You may access the service at the following URL: https://ssl.ecf.utoronto.ca/ecf/services/rd. Follow the instructions on that page to be connected to a free computer.

What is ECF in computer science?

Engineering Computer Facilities (ECF) provides a variety of computing services for teaching and research within the Faculty, as well as offering support for departmental computers and computer communication. ECF has numerous networks accessible to the Faculty from hundreds of Windows workstations.

How many workstations does ECF have?

ECF operates four Windows labs and three Linux labs totaling 368 workstations.

What is ECF in engineering?

Engineering Computer Facilities (ECF) provides a variety of computing services for teaching and research within the Faculty, as well as offering support for departmental computers and computer communication.

What to do if your ECF account is suspended?

If your ECF account has been suspended, find out the reason. Pay amounts owning if you exceeded your print quota for the current term or a previous term. To use most features of the ECF Student Services Website, you must log in using your ECF username and password.

Is ECF a secure website?

The ECF Student Services website is a secure website where you can:

Is ECF open for classes in 2021?

For the 2021 Fall Term, ECF computer labs will only be open for classes scheduled to take place in ECF labs. Remote access remains available.

When does the ECF program close?

The initial ECF Program application filing window will open on June 29 and close on August 13. During the application filing window, eligible schools, libraries, and consortia of eligible schools and libraries, can submit requests for funding to purchase eligible equipment and services between July 1, 2021 and June 30, 2022.

What does ECF cover?

For eligible schools and libraries, the ECF Program will cover reasonable costs of laptop and tablet computers; Wi-Fi hotspots; modems; routers; and broadband connectivity purchases for off-campus use by students, school staff, and library patrons.

What time does USAC have emergency connectivity?

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET. Frequently Asked Questions about the Emergency Connectivity Fund Program. USAC is also the administrator of the four federal Universal Service Fund Programs, including the E-Rate Program for schools and libraries, as well as the Emergency Broadband Benefit Program, ...

When is the ECF application window closing?

The initial application filing window closed on August 13, 2021 and the second application filing window closed on October 13, 2021. The Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC) is the administrator of the ECF Program. USAC and the FCC will review and process applications on a rolling basis. Applicants and their service providers will receive a Funding Commitment Decision Letter (FCDL) approving or denying funding requests. Current funding commitment information is available at https://www.fcc.gov/ecf-current-funding-commitments.

When was the FCC emergency connectivity fund?

Please try again later. The FCC hosted a public information session on the Emergency Connectivity Fund on June 25. USAC has conducted several outreach and training sessions about the Emergency Connectivity Fund Program.

When was the Emergency Connectivity Fund established?

Congress authorized the Emergency Connectivity Fund as part of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021.

Does USAC have broadband?

Tens of thousands of schools and libraries across the country already work with USAC to receive support for their on-campus broadband connectivity needs through the E-Rate Program.

Windows

The Computer Name can be obtained with the command "hostname" in a Command Prompt window, or in Control Panel, System Properties, or right-click "Computer", "Properties".

Windows

Enter the following server address in the Windows Search bar (not in a Web Browser!)

Where to send MIE support request?

All requests for MIE Computing Support should be sent to computing@mie.utoronto.ca

Where to submit MIE application?

Graduate students with MIE supervisor and researchers please submit the Application Form to Computing Services offices. Approval from research supervisor is required (signature or email to Computing Services).

What is MIE Computing Services Office?

The MIE Computing Services Office provides IT support for faculty, staff and research laboratories in the department.

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