Remote-access Guide

uchicago remote access

by Prof. Ambrose Murray MD Published 2 years ago Updated 2 years ago
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How do I access UChicago resources on campus?

Some UChicago resources (such as library databases, local file shares, and remote desktop connections) are available only to users on campus or those connected to our virtual private network ( VPN ). If you need to connect to these UChicago resources, follow this link to download the VPN application.

What are the UCM policies for remote access to email?

Remote access to your email, the intranet, and other University of Chicago Medicine (UCM) applications remains subject to the applicable UCM policies, including, without limitation, Email and Voicemail Use and Privacy (Admin 06-11) and Security over Access Permission to UCM Data, Computing and Communications Resources (Admin 06-16).

How to access work files from a remote computer?

Installing Box on your remote computer will allow you to access all your work files remotely. You can access it via their website or install the client (Box Drive) on your remote computer. 3.

Will I still be able to use Cisco AnyConnect secure (UChicago cvpn)?

I currently use Cisco AnyConnect secure (UChicago cVPN). Will I still be able to use that? A3. Yes. While these changes improve the Biological Sciences Division’s security posture and bridge gaps between access to our systems, we have not disabled access to the university VPN system (cVPN).

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How do I log into my UChicago email?

To access your UChicago email:Go to the Office 365 Portal.Enter your University email address. Be sure to use the email address associated with your CNetID and not an alias or a departmental or unaffiliated account.Log in to your UChicago Account. ... Open Outlook.

Does University of Chicago use Epic?

The award is implemented by the Energy Policy Institute (EPIC), which is housed within the University's Department of Economics, and carries out cutting-edge research on energy, climate and environment.

How do I connect to my UChicago VPN?

Navigate to /Applications/Cisco/ and open “Cisco AnyConnect VPN Client”. In the “Connect to:” field, enter “bsdvpn.uchicago.edu” and click Connect. Enter your BSDAD username and password then click Connect.

Why did a patient sue the University of Chicago Medical Center and Google?

Back in 2019, Healthcare IT News reported on a unique privacy case involving Google and the University of Chicago Medical Center – which had been named as defendants in a class action suit alleging that they'd failed to properly de-identify data used for machine learning research and predictive analytics projects.

How do I become epic certified?

Ways to Become Epic Certified One of the most expedient ways to become certified is through a sponsorship by a health system that is implementing or planning to implement Epic. You must be sponsored by an employer to become Epic certified. Epic does not allow individuals to apply for ad hoc certification.

What VPN means?

Virtual private networkVirtual private network / Full nameWhat is a VPN and what does it mean? VPN stands for "virtual private network" — a service that helps you stay private online. A VPN establishes a secure, encrypted connection between your computer and the internet, providing a private tunnel for your data and communications while you use public networks.

File Transfer

To move files between your local machine and a CS login machine, we recommend using scp (which uses the ssh protocol underneath). Unix

Passwordless Authentication

It is possible to use public-key cryptography so that passwords are not neccessary to login to CS machines. To do this, you need to create a key pair:

SSH configuration

Remembering all the options you need for SSH or scrolling in history to find the command might be cumbersome. Instead you can specify the type off connection in you SSH config file. This is located in ~/.ssh/config. Each entry contains a Host and a hostname. Additional arguments can be specified.

Passphrase-protected SSH Keys using ssh-agent and keychain

ssh-agent is a program that runs in the background and keeps a decrypted copy of your private key in memory. Thus, you reduce the number of times you need to type in your passphrase from once per authentication event, to once every time the machine gets rebooted.

How can I access ejournals at home?

Use the Library's E-Journals List to open an ejournal, so that you are prompted to authenticate.

How can I access the full text of an article found in PubMed while at home?

Open PubMed using the UChicago-specific web address: http://www.lib.uchicago.edu/h/pubmed.

Problems?

If you are unable to open a specific e-journal or database to which the Library subscribes (i.e. listed in the Catalog, E-Journals, or the Database Finder ), please email the Library or call the Crerar Reference Desk at 773-702-7715 during our operating hours.

Why do I need to sign in from home?

While on the University campus or at the Medical Center, access to the Library's electronic resources is available because your computer's IP address identifies you as an authorized user at the University of Chicago.

Who is eligible to access e-resources?

Due to licensing agreements, remote access to electronic library resources is restricted to faculty, students, and staff of the University of Chicago with a current computing account ( CNetID) and Medical Center employees with a CNetID or a UCHAD network ID .

Teaching Resources

University guidance for teaching remotely and many helpful links, tutorials, and best practices are available at https://teachingremotely.uchicago.edu/.

Zoom Meetings

If you are currently using a free Zoom account to host meetings, you must transition to a University-licensed account. Anyone teaching a course in Spring quarter will automatically be provisioned an account.

BSD Employees with Clinical Responsibilities

For those who have multiple roles within the BSD in a clinical capacity as well as a teaching and research capacity, it is important to understand how to navigate the environment. All clinical work must be conducted through UCM policies and tip sheets.

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How Do I Access Library Resources Outside of The Medical Center?

How Do I Access The Full Text of An Article Found in PubMed While at Home?

  1. Open the UChicago-specific version of PubMed.
  2. Authenticate with your CNetID or UCMED ID*.
  3. Search PubMed.
  4. Click on the  icon in the upper right of the Abstract view; a new window or tab will open.
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Problems?

  • If you are unable to open a specific e-journal or database to which the Library subscribes (i.e. listed in the Catalog, E-Journals, or the Database Finder), please email the Libraryor call the Crerar Library at 773-702-7409 during our operating hours.
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Why Do I Need to Sign in from Home?

  • While on the University campus or at the Medical Center, access to the Library's electronic resources is available because your computer's IP addressidentifies you as an authorized user at the University of Chicago. When accessing the same resources from home, your home computer's IP address is not a recognized address, and you must therefore sign in to verify you are an autho…
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Who Is Eligible to Access E-Resources?

  • Due to licensing agreements, remote access to electronic library resources is restricted to current faculty, students, and staff of the University of Chicago; UCM residents and fellows; and full-time Medical Center employees with a CNetID, a UCMED ID and on the Hyde Park campus, or a UCMED ID and an academic appointment at any other location. More ...
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