How do I access the campus network remotely?
Accessing the campus network remotely requires that you create an encrypted network connection between yourself and the NC State network. To do this you will need to install the Cisco AnyConnect software on your off-campus machine and set up a Virtual Private Network (VPN). OIT provides this software free of charge.
How do I set up a VPN at NC State?
NC State students, faculty, and staff who are off the NC State campus are reminded to use the Virtual Private Networking ( VPN) service when connecting to the campus network to access sensitive data. They can do so by installing Cisco AnyConnect SSL VPN client software on their off-campus machines and setting up a Virtual Private Network (VPN).
Who is the director of the NC State Libraries?
The Libraries’ Susan Ivey, RFS director, talks cross-campus computing and data support in an Ithaka magazine interview Welcome to the Libraries! Experience the Libraries through virtual events, videos, and interactive exhibits. The A/V Geeks and the Special Collections Research Center take an NC State grad back to his rocketry days.
Can I use the Cisco AnyConnect VPN client with NC State?
NOTE: Chrome OS is currently NOT supported. If you have the Cisco AnyConnect VPN client installed and can access internet sites but cannot establish a VPN connection to NC State, please contact the NC State Help Desk.
What is a virtual computing lab?
The Virtual Computing Lab, or VCL for short, is a service that allows you to remotely reserve a computer configured with a desired set of applications you choose. You can use all your favorite applications like MATLAB, Maple, SAS, SolidWorks, and many others in a Linux, Solaris or Windows environment. Connect using your preferred browser at:#N#https://vcl.ncsu.edu
What is the file space for Unity?
The file space allotted to your Unity ID can be accessed remotely using Filezilla, free, open source software that supports FTP, FTP over TLS (FTPS), and SFTP. The protocol used by engineering is SFTP. Once you have downloaded the program, configure it to connect to:#N#remote.eos.ncsu.edu
Does AnyConnect require Unity ID?
Launching the AnyConnect software requires you verify your identity using your Unity ID and password. When using the VPN service you are subject to NC State’s Computer Use Policy and VPN Acceptable Use Policy.
What devices does NC State secure?
Refer to the Mobile Security at NC State website to secure your Android, iOS/iPadOS, macOS, and Windows 10 endpoints.
What authentication services does NC State use?
To protect its most vital campus resources, NC State uses two multi-factor authentication services: Duo Security and Google 2-Step.
Does mypack require VPN?
NOTE: VPN connection is NOT needed to access services such as the MyPack Portal, WolfWare, or Google Workspace. Use of the VPN requires the installation of software on your endpoint. For details, see NC State Virtual Private Networking (VPN) Service.
Does NC State have OIT?
OIT offers a number of services that can help eligible NC State faculty and staff work productively from home or remote ly. You will need to log in with your Unity credentials.
What is NCSU remote access?
NCSU provides a remote access service that allows you to reserve a computer with a desired set of applications for yourself, and remotely access it over the Internet. This service is powered by the Apache Software Foundation’s Virtual Computing Lab (VCL) software.
When did NCSU donate VCL?
In November 2008, NCSU donated the VCL source code to the Apache Software Foundation (ASF) as part of on-going efforts to expand the VCL community and to foster open source development. NCSU continues to be heavily involved in the development of VCL through the open source community at ASF.
How to contact NC State University?
If you have questions, please contact the NC State University Help Desk (515-HELP, help@ncsu.edu, help.ncsu.edu)
How to get remote access on Mac?
The user will need to download and install XFree86 for Mac OS X. Once this is done, start XFree86 and through a terminal window in XFree86, type
Where to send a request to VCL?
Any faculty or staff in need of remote access to VCL applications will need to make a request to vcl_help@ncsu.edu.
Does NC State have dialup?
Computing Services supports a free dialup service to the NC State network, but because the demand for this service has increased beyond the capacities of the university's resources, phone lines are often busy and callers may have to wait a long time to gain phone access to the system. To use the NC State Dialup Service, first make sure your computer has a modem, then create a dialup connection to 515-6320. When your computer connects with the campus dialup servers, you will be prompted to login to the system with your Unity/Eos userid and password.
Is course based access still available?
Course based access will continue to be available. Additional software can be made available for specific course usage. However, due to vendor licensing, Engineering faculty and staff are restricted from general access all possible applications (department specific applications for example).
Is ftp.ncsu.edu an anonymous service?
The anonymous FTP service at ftp.ncsu.edu for uploads to the incoming directory and anonymous use such as the various mirrors we host will not be affected.
Is NC State VPN allowed?
All users of the NC State VPN service are subject to NC State’s Computer Use Policy and VPN Acceptable Use Policy.
Can Cisco AnyConnect be used on off campus?
They can do so by installing Cisco AnyConnect SSL VPN client software on their off-campus machines and setting up a Virtual Private Network (VPN).
Windows
Statistics Students can use the VTL to access department resources remotely.
Linux and Macs
Everyone needs to use the NCSU VPN software to access Department Resources.
