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. Once logged in, access will be provided until the browser is closed.
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How do I access the University of Pittsburgh Library system resources?
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.
How do I log in to Pitt enterprise remote access?
Log in using your University Computing Account username and password. Double click Enterprise Remote Access under the heading Pitt IT – Remote Work. Enter your University Computing Account username and password to complete the login process. Important: You will be saving your files to your OneDrive account.
How do I log in to Pitt passport?
When clicking the link to the e-journal or database, a Pitt Passport login box will appear. Once logged in, access will be provided until the browser is closed. When connecting from the UPMC network, Pitt's remote access service provides access to most HSLS resources. For easier access, consider bookmarking the above link.
What is the 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.
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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.
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