Remote-access Guide

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by Lourdes Hoppe Published 2 years ago Updated 1 year ago
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Does Northwestern University have remote access to computers?

Remote PC Access Northwestern University Libraries is temporarily providing remote access to PC workstations located in the library buildings. This allows you to use software such as SPSS, SAS, MATLAB, NVivo, the Adobe Creative Suite, and more. Remote access is limited to Northwestern community members with an active NetID.

How can I securely connect to northwestern resources?

Northwestern provides multiple ways to securely connect to Northwestern resources. Virtual Private Network (VPN) establishes a "secure tunnel" for your computer on the Northwestern network.

How do I Access Software using NVivo 11 access?

Click "Libraries Desktop." For access to a PC with NVivo 11, click "NVivo 11 Access." To locate specific software, click the Start button in the bottom left corner of the screen and begin typing the name of the program you wish to use. You can also use the pop-out tab located on the left side of the display to open any application.

What is John Doe's login for Northwestern Medicine?

Employee login portal for Northwestern Medicine employees. (Remember to put khs in front of your first initial. Example: John Doe's login would be khsjdoe) Be one in a million.

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Employee and Physician Login

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Employees and Physicians

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How to access NVivo 11?

To locate specific software, click the Start button in the bottom left corner of the screen and begin typing the name of the program you wish to use. You can also use the pop-out tab located on the left side of the display to open any application.

How to connect to VMware Horizon?

Connect via VMware Horizon Client (MacOS or Windows) 1. To download, visit https://desktop.library.northwestern.edu/ in a web browser and click “Download the Horizon Client for Mac OS X or Windows (x64)”. 2. Follow the download and installation instructions and open the VMware Horizon client on your computer. 3.

How to use multiple monitors on VMware?

Using Multiple Monitors. While connected via the VMware Horizon website, click on the VMware Horizon Menu toggle on the left edge of the desktop screen. Click the “Settings” button (top right of the Menu screen). Click “Multi-monitor”.

Does Northwestern University have MATLAB?

Northwestern University Libraries is temporarily providing remote access to PC workstations located in the library buildings, which allows you to use software such as SPSS, SAS, MATLAB, the Adobe Creative Suite, and more.

Remote APT Data Analysis

For remote APT data analysis with IVAS, workstation Saturn can accessed with the (free) Windows-based remote-desktop program UltraVNC (see installation instructions further down) using the following protocol:

Potential limitations with remote access

Color-depth and resolution are limited if you want to use it interactively. The color depth could be a real problem if people have very complicated sets, as it could be more difficult to differentiate the different elements. It would be fine for samples with only a few elements.

Network Connectivity

Northwestern provides a variety of ways for students, faculty, staff, and guests to connect to Northwestern resources, the Internet, and a variety of research networks. This includes both on-campus offerings as well as remote, secure access.

Service Offerings

Access the Northwestern Network with an Ethernet connection from on-campus offices, classrooms, residence halls, and other locations.

What is Northwestern Knowledgebase?

The Northwestern Knowledgebase is an excellent resource to answer common questions and troubleshoot issues.

What is VPN in college?

VPN (virtual private network) provides you with secure access to University services and the Internet when you are off-campus.

Does Northwestern require you to change your password?

Northwestern uses a password aging system requiring you to change your password every year. If you have started to receive reminder emails, log in to NUValidate to change your password.

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