How do I get remote access to the Pitt passport?
Remote access is provided via EZProxy using your valid @pitt.edu account. When clicking the link to the e-journal or database, a Pitt Passport login box will appear.
How do I get Started with pittnet VPN?
Before using PittNet VPN, you must first request a Pulse Secure role through one of these methods: For unrestricted, on-campus resources, request access to the Default Network Connect Role, contact the Pitt IT Help Desk and then the case will be routed to Pitt IT Security to be processed.
How do I set up remote access for library resources?
Remote access for library resources requires a valid Pitt username and password, plus a second method of verification through an app or phone line. Information on designating your second method of authentication can be found on the Multifactor Authentication at Pitt web page.
What are pittnet Pulse Secure roles?
Pulse Secure Roles are essential when connecting to University resources while on or off campus. Before using PittNet VPN, you must first request a Pulse Secure role through one of these methods:
What is Pitt IT Virtual Desktop?
The Pitt IT Virtual Desktop (Microsoft) enables faculty and staff to remotely access a set software and resources. The convenience of the Virtual Desktop is that you can access it from any location, using almost any computer or mobile device, at any time of day. It's your personal 24/7, on-the-go solution. A list of titles is available.
How to launch Remote Desktop?
Launch Remote Desktop by navigating to the web client or opening the desktop client (e.g., double-click on the Remote Desktop icon or search for the program from the Start menu.) If you have never used the client before, the “Let’s Get Started” screen displays.
How to add a workspace to a remote desktop?
Follow the directions on the page to install the client and connect to Virtual Desktop. To add a workspace, in the Remote Desktop client select the Workspaces tab. Click the " + " sign and choose Add Workspace . Enter your <username @ pitt.edu> University email address, and click Add .
Key Benefits
Access to On-Campus Resources: Securely access unrestricted and restricted resources through a virtual private network (VPN).
Access Library Resources Via EZProxy
The University of Pittsburgh Library System and the University of Pittsburgh Health Sciences Library System resources are unrestricted, on-campus resources. Unrestricted, off-campus access to these resources is available via EZProxy to any current Pitt students, faculty, and staff.
What is Pitt IT Virtual Lab?
The Pitt IT Virtual Lab enables you to access much of the same lab software and resources that you use while sitting in a Pitt IT Student Computing Lab on campus. The convenience of the Virtual Lab is that you can access it from any location, using almost any computer or mobile device, at any time of day. It's your personal 24/7, on-the-go lab.
How to launch Remote Desktop?
Launch Remote Desktop by navigating to the web client or opening the desktop client (e.g., double-click on the Remote Desktop icon or search for the program from the Start menu.)
How to add a workspace to a remote desktop?
To add a workspace, in the Remote Desktop client select the Workspaces tab. Click the " + " sign and choose Add Workspace. Enter your <username @ pitt.edu> University email address, and click Add . (Alternatively, you can enter https://rdweb.wvd.microsoft.com/api/arm/feeddiscovery as the workspace URL, and then click Add .)
Where are files saved in Virtual Lab?
You are automatically logged into OneDrive upon connecting to the Virtual Lab. Files saved to the Virtual Lab’s Desktop or in its Documents or Pictures folders will be saved to your OneDrive Account. If you are using the desktop client, you can also save files to your local device.
