How to access a PC with Remote Desktop
- Obtain the computer’s IP address or FQDN. To access a Windows computer remotely, you first need to obtain its IP address...
- Find the account name. On most Hofstra computers you login with your Network ID (aka. portal username). However, if this...
- Using Remote Desktop (Windows). Follow these steps once you are connected to the...
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How to connect Hofstra VPN to remote computer?
How to access a computer remotely?
How to connect to a remote desktop from a Mac?
How to close remote desktop connection?
About this website
What is a conction remote desktop?
It allows users to remotely access a Windows computer through the proprietary Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP). Remote Desktop is supported for accessing Windows virtual machines (VMs) in the Big Data Lab and Cybersecurity datacenter. It is also used to access the War Room Remote Desktop. Faculty can use Remote Desktop to access their office computers from home. In most cases, you must first connect to the designated VPN.
Can faculty access the War Room?
It is also used to access the War Room Remote Desktop. Faculty can use Remote Desktop to access their office computers from home. In most cases, you must first connect to the designated VPN. Remote Desktop Connection is built-in to Windows and also available for several other operating systems.
What can I access and where?
I know it can be confusing what can be accessed remotely and from where, so here is table to clear things up:
How do I login?
Most systems take your portal username and password; however, there are some variations and deviations. For all new accounts, your Network ID is “h” followed by your 700 # (e.g. 702345678). If you had an account prior to 2012 (from Novell), your Network ID is an abbreviated form of your name.
VPN Remote Access
A Virtual Private Network (VPN) is used to establish a secure connection over the Internet to access restricted University resources from off campus. Faculty, staff, and students with a current, active relationship with the University can use the VPN to access applications that would otherwise only be available on campus.
Getting Started
An OpenVPN client needs to be installed on your computer to connect to the Computer Science VPN. The OpenVPN client for Windows can be downloaded from the OpenVPN download page. On Mac OS X, you may use Tunnelblick. On most Linux distributions, OpenVPN can be installed through the distribution's package management system.
Support
If you have trouble establishing a VPN connection, take a look at the solutions to common problems below. Your problem may be something you can solve yourself. If you are still unable to solve the problem, you may contact us at bigdata@hofstra.edu or visit the Systems Administrator at Adams Hall 211 for support.
Troubleshooting tips
You can follow these basic steps to resolve most problems you may encounter using the VPN. Please try these steps before contacting us for help.
vSphere Web Client (HTML5 version)
Launch a web browser. On computers in Adams 204 or 019, launch Google Chrome (under Applications->Internet, or type “google-chrome” in terminal)
vSphere Web Client (Flash version)
Important: The vSphere Web Client (Flash version) has been removed as of vCenter 7.0.
Remote Desktop (Windows)
Remote Desktop can be used to access Windows virtual machines and some Linux VMs. It provides better performance and additional features such as audio and remote printing. The following shows you how to use Remote Desktop Connection on Windows; however, it is also available for macOS (OS X) in the app store.
Remote Desktop (Mac)
Install Microsoft Remote Desktop from the App store. More details are available here.
Why do students have to take classes remotely?
Students who choose to take their classes remotely due to health concerns (such as underlying conditions), illness, isolation requirements or travel restrictions should work with their faculty to ensure they can continue to fully participate.
How long can I study remotely?
You may select to study remotely for the entire semester or for a specific time frame (i.e., a month, two weeks).
What happens if you submit your attendance selection preference?
Once you submit your Attendance Selection preference, the instructors for each of your courses and your CUA advisor will be notified of your decision. Please contact your course instructor to discuss how best to proceed as a remote learner.
Is Axinn Library open to Hofstra students?
Capacity in all public study spaces, such as library lounges and study areas and computer labs, has been reduced and marked off for physical distancing, and is frequently cleaned. Axinn Library is only open to members of the Hofstra community.
How to connect Hofstra VPN to remote computer?
Follow these steps once you are connected to the Hofstra VPN and have the IP address of the remote computer. Launch “ Remote Desktop Connection ” from the Start menu. Enter the IP address of the computer you obtained earlier and click “Connect”. At the prompt, select more choices, enter your credentials for the remote computer, and then click “OK”.
How to access a computer remotely?
Obtain the computer’s IP address or FQDN. To access a Windows computer remotely, you first need to obtain its IP address or Fully-Qualified Domain Name (FQDN). This information may be provided to you by your systems administrator. If not, you can find this information yourself. Doing so requires physical access to the computer.
How to connect to a remote desktop from a Mac?
Using Remote Desktop (Mac) 1 Navigate to the Applications folder and double click the Microsoft Remote Desktop app. 2 Click the “Add Desktop” button to begin adding a new connection. 3 Enter the IP address you obtained earlier in the “PC name” field. Then click “Add”. 4 Double click the entry you just created to initiate the connection. A prompt will appear for you to enter the credentials for the remote computer. Enter the credentials you would normally use to login to the computer. Depending on whether the remote computer is joined to Hofstra’s AD environment or not, this would either be ‘employees Network ID ’ (where Network ID is your portal username) or ‘ hostname local account ’. If you are not sure, you can find the account name on the computer itself or consult your systems administrator. Once you have entered your credentials, click “Continue”. 5 If you see a “certificate couldn’t be verified” message, click continue. 6 You should now have established a remote desktop. When you want to close the connection click “Window” -> “Close” or press command + W.
How to close remote desktop connection?
You should now have established a remote desktop. When you want to close the connection click “Window” -> “Close” or press command + W.
