Remote-access Guide

imperial college remote access

by Lucinda Donnelly Published 3 years ago Updated 2 years ago
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How can I access my computer remotely at Imperial College?

The Imperial College Remote Desktop gateway is the recommended means of off-campus remote connection. It proxies the connection to your on-campus machine in a consistent and secure manner.

How can I access my computer at the College remotely?

Due to the COVID19 pandemic, the College has opened up 2000 PCs (in spaces such as the library and computer labs) for remote access via the Remote Desktop Gateway for students. Please note: ICT may change/adjust access as this service evolves which may mean this service is no longer available in your country

How do I contact Imperial College London?

Imperial College London Address South Kensington Campus LondonSW7 2AZ, UK tel: +44 (0)20 7589 5111 Campuses & maps Follow Imperial FacebookTwitterYou TubeLinked inInstagramWeibo

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How do I access my imperial computer?

Users of this service will need to have an Imperial College user account.Download Putty or another SSH v2 client.To access this service place a request via the ICT Service Desk.You will need to first follow the instructions to "wake my PC".Enter sshgw.ic.ac.uk as Host Name.Click Open.Enter your college username.More items...

How do I access Imperial VPN?

Type vpn.ic.ac.uk in the Internet address field. Type Imperial College VPN in the Destination name field and click Next. Enter your College username and password in the relevant fields on the next screen and click Connect.

How do I access remote desktop connection?

On your local Windows PC: In the search box on the taskbar, type Remote Desktop Connection, and then select Remote Desktop Connection. In Remote Desktop Connection, type the name of the PC you want to connect to (from Step 1), and then select Connect.

How do I access my H drive remotely?

Login with your windows login/password. Once you have logged in you will see your file list. To access a file, simply double click the file. If you are working on a document and you want to save it to your “H” drive, save it to the computer you are working on, first; then, upload the file to the “H” drive.

How do I add a VPN to Windows 10 pro?

Create a profile in the Windows 10 VPN clientOn your Windows 10 desktop, right-click the Start button and select Settings from the menu that appears.In the new window that pops up, click Network & Internet then select VPN from the list of connection options on the right side of the screen.Click Add a VPN connection.More items...•

How can I remotely access my computer for free?

10 Best Free Remote Desktop Tools You Should KnowTeamViewer. Available in premium and free versions, TeamViewer is quite an impressive online collaboration tool used for virtual meetings and sharing presentations. ... Splashtop. ... Chrome Remote Desktop. ... Microsoft Remote Desktop. ... TightVNC. ... Mikogo. ... LogMeIn. ... pcAnywhere.More items...

How do I access a remote server using IP address?

Remote Desktop to Your Server From a Local Windows ComputerClick the Start button.Click Run...Type “mstsc” and press the Enter key.Next to Computer: type in the IP address of your server.Click Connect.If all goes well, you will see the Windows login prompt.

Why is Remote Desktop not working?

The most common cause of a failing RDP connection concerns network connectivity issues, for instance, if a firewall is blocking access. You can use ping, a Telnet client, and PsPing from your local machine to check the connectivity to the remote computer. Keep in mind ping won't work if ICMP is blocked on your network.

How do I know if Remote Desktop is enabled?

Navigate to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\Terminal Server and to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows NT\Terminal Services. If the value of the fDenyTSConnections key is 0, then RDP is enabled. If the value of the fDenyTSConnections key is 1, then RDP is disabled.

How do I access another computer on the same network?

Step 1: Connect two Computers using an ethernet cable. Step 2: Click on Start->Control Panel->Network and Internet->Network and Sharing Center. Step 3: Click on option Change Advanced Sharing Settings in the upper-left side of the window. Step 4: Turn on file sharing.

How do I connect to another computer?

0:040:29How to: Connect to other computer - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipTo connect to another person's computer simply click on the tab remote. Control now you need to askMoreTo connect to another person's computer simply click on the tab remote. Control now you need to ask her the TeamViewer ID and the password simply enter the nine digit ID.

How to connect to a remote desktop from a Mac?

Mac (Microsoft Remote Desktop 10) 1 Open Microsoft Remote Desktop. 2 Download connection file from the portal, but do not open it. 3 From within Microsoft Remote Desktop, go to Edit and then Import from RDP File. 4 When the connection appears in the users list, hover over it and click edit (the little pencil icon). 5 From within the settings, click Display and check the box Fit session to window then Save. 6 Double click the computer session and log in as normal.

Does ICT change access?

Please note: ICT may change/adjust access as this service evolves which may mean this service is no longer available in your country

Is Remote Desktop Gateway reliant on internet?

Using Remote Desktop Gateway is reliant on a stable internet connection. Poor internet connection will result in a poor connection when remoting into one of the College machines.

Requirements

Windows: Use any of the following 4 browsers: Firefox ESR, Internet Explorer, Google Chrome or MS Edge

Instructions

To access the Imperial College Information Systems (ICIS) remotely, follow these steps

How to access college services when working away from campus?

The recommended way to access these services when working away from campus is to remotely access your College computer. If you are unable to remote access to a computer connected to the College network, then as a last resort, you can use the College’s Virtual Private Network.

Is VPN recommended for ICT?

Please note that although ICT provides instructions for using VPN it is not recommended for a number of security reasons. Please note that some countries have higher levels of control of the internet which can impact access to certain services and software. Find out more about internet censorship.

Accessing services when off campus

Use cloud services or the VPN to access all your files and applications, wherever you are working from.

Be Secure

Keep safe and protected when working digitally by reading our Be Secure pages.

Upgrade your MacOS

Ensure your MacOS device is running the most up to date OS to make the most of new features and keep your device secure.

Office 365

The office 365 suite of tools allow you to work collaboratively with your peers.

Smart Working at Imperial

Smart working is the concept of concentrating on delivery rather than where you're doing the work.

Windows 7 to 10

Ensure your Windows device is running Windows 10 to make the most of the new features and is secure.

How many countries are there in Imperial College?

International studentsStudents come from over 140 different countries to study at Imperial

How to put your computer to sleep?

Meanwhile, put your computer to sleep by double-clicking the green Sleepicon on your desktop or by selecting the Sleepoption from under the Shut downoptions in the Start menu. If you do not see the Sleepicon on your desktop, restart your computer once.

Canvas

Canvas is where students can take online classes (distance education courses and web enhanced courses) and see assignments, announcements, grades, and more. Get Canvas help.

WebSTAR

Use WebSTAR for registering for classes, ordering official transcripts, reviewing your academic records, checking your Financial Aid status, and updating your personal information.

My Priority Registration Times

Find your registration date & time. This is the earliest time that you will be able to add and drop classes.

Degree Works

Sign in to Degree Works for student education planning. View the classes that you have completed and which graduation requirements they fulfill, as well as which ones are still needed in order to complete a particular major or certificate.

PortalGuard

This sign on will allow you access to many systems, including setting and resetting your password. Sign up for PortalGuard when you first set up your password to retrieve it later.

Starfish

For employees only, Starfish offers online services, such as scheduling counseling appointments.

Student Email Login

When accessing your IVC Email for the first time, your password is your Date of Birth. (For example: if you were born January 1, 2001, your Password would be 010101)

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