Difference between pages "SpectrumU" and "MCLA Remote Access (Windows)"

From TechHelp@MCLA
(Difference between pages)
Jump to: navigation, search
 
 
Line 1: Line 1:
−
SpectrumU is a live TV service available to all resident students at MCLA. The service streams live video content to user's devices that are connected to the MCLA network. Over 200 channels are available through this service. For a full list of channels please [https://techhelp.mcla.edu/images/d/df/Spectrum_Flyer_2021.pdf refer to this guide.]
 
  
−
Note: SpectrumU access is available on the MCLA campus, only; it will not work over a VPN connection or off-campus.
+
If you are using Mac OS, please refer [[MCLA_Remote_Access_(MacOS)| to these instructions instead]].
  
−
<youtube>uuF1O8t4OI0</youtube>
+
==Description==
 +
For various reasons pertaining to security, certain services within the MCLA network are protected from direct access to the Internet.  Access to these resources from other networks requires special software to provide a secure “tunnel” from your computer.  MCLA employs an SSL VPN to provide this function and this document explains how to access, install and use this tool for Windows based machines.
  
−
==How to watch SpectrumU==
+
=='''Download and Install Sophos Connect Software'''==
  
−
*Ensure your device is connected to the 'Blazernet' wireless network
+
*1. Before you start, ensure you do not have the outdated "Sophos SSL VPN" client installed. Here is how to check:
 +
**a. Select Start , then select Settings  > Apps > Apps & features.
 +
**b. Select the the 'Sophos SSL VPN' application in the list and then select Uninstall.
 +
*2. To download the VPN software (Sophos Connect) click this link [https://mcla.sharepoint.com/:u:/s/DesktopSupport772/EUe1CL7iaOBHhCZfrCYX6egBXZDgl_T9GFW5uRzKJYCQUA?e=hlMZdS Sophos Connect]. 
 +
*3. Open the installer once downloaded and complete the client installation.
 +
*4. Login to https://mclautm.mcla.edu using your A# and password.
 +
*5. Login using your '''A#''' and password.
 +
*6. Once logged in select the '''Remote Access''' link on the page.
 +
*7. Click the download button next to the description "Click here to download the configuration file to set up SSL VPN on Linux, MacOS X, BSD or Solaris." Download and Save the .opvn file.
 +
*8. Open the Sophos Connect software, click the 'Import Connection' option
 +
*9. Navigate to the .opvn file that you saved, select it and click 'open'
  
−
*Download the "SpectrumU" app or connect using the web browser on your device.
+
=='''Connect to the VPN using Sophos Connect Client'''===
−
[https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/spectrumu/id827887111 Apple IOS (IPhone & IPads)] | [https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.charter.university Andriod/Google Play] | [https://www.amazon.com/Spectrum-SpectrumSpectrumU/dp/B0787DDDRQ Amazon App] | [https://channelstore.roku.com/details/99564b2547ed970e603a8a2624804263/spectrum-tv Roku App]<br>
 
−
*Web browser users simply navigate to https://watch.spectrum.net while connected to the oncampus network (Blazernet). <br>
 
  
−
==How to Log Into SpectrumU==
+
1. Open the Sophos Connect software by either selecting it in your start menu or system tray
−
 
+
2. Confirm that the 'mclautm.mcla.edu' server connect is selected then click 'Connect'
−
*First, go to https://watch.spectrum.net/
+
3. Type in your A number and password.
−
*On the Sign In page, click the link that says "Sign in to SpectrumU".
+
4. Connection status will show a green click mark when successfully connected to the VPN
−
[[Image:specu.jpg]]
 
−
*For the school domain, enter "mcla.edu" and click Submit.
 
−
*The Portal login page will appear. Sign in using your A Number and Portal password.  
 
−
*Click continue on the next page and you will be able to watch SpectrumU.
 
−
 
 
−
==SpectrumU is supported on the following devices:==
 
−
 
 
−
===Mobile Devices===
 
−
*iPhone, iPad or iPod touch running iOS 8 or above
 
−
*All major Android smartphones and tablets running Android 4.2 or above
 
−
*Kindle Fire Phone, all Kindle Fire models except for the 1st generation model
 
−
 
 
−
===Laptops,Desktops, Smart TVs with browsers (https://watch.spectrum.net/)===
 
−
*PC: IE 11, Chrome 43 or newer, Firefox 45 or newer, MS Edge 12 or newer
 
−
*Mac: Safari 7 or newer, Firefox 45 or newer, Chrome 43 or newer
 
−
 
 
−
===Watch SpecturmU on Roku ===
 
−
*The SpectrumU app is available for download from the [https://channelstore.roku.com/details/99564b2547ed970e603a8a2624804263/spectrum-tv Roku Store]. It is compatible with the following versions: Roku Ultra, Roku Premiere, Roku Premiere+, Roku Express, Roku Express+, Roku TVs, Roku 4, Roku 3, Roku 2 and Roku Streaming Stick
 

Revision as of 19:15, 6 December 2021

If you are using Mac OS, please refer to these instructions instead.

Description

For various reasons pertaining to security, certain services within the MCLA network are protected from direct access to the Internet. Access to these resources from other networks requires special software to provide a secure “tunnel” from your computer. MCLA employs an SSL VPN to provide this function and this document explains how to access, install and use this tool for Windows based machines.

Download and Install Sophos Connect Software

  • 1. Before you start, ensure you do not have the outdated "Sophos SSL VPN" client installed. Here is how to check:
    • a. Select Start , then select Settings > Apps > Apps & features.
    • b. Select the the 'Sophos SSL VPN' application in the list and then select Uninstall.
  • 2. To download the VPN software (Sophos Connect) click this link Sophos Connect.
  • 3. Open the installer once downloaded and complete the client installation.
  • 4. Login to https://mclautm.mcla.edu using your A# and password.
  • 5. Login using your A# and password.
  • 6. Once logged in select the Remote Access link on the page.
  • 7. Click the download button next to the description "Click here to download the configuration file to set up SSL VPN on Linux, MacOS X, BSD or Solaris." Download and Save the .opvn file.
  • 8. Open the Sophos Connect software, click the 'Import Connection' option
  • 9. Navigate to the .opvn file that you saved, select it and click 'open'

Connect to the VPN using Sophos Connect Client=

1. Open the Sophos Connect software by either selecting it in your start menu or system tray 2. Confirm that the 'mclautm.mcla.edu' server connect is selected then click 'Connect' 3. Type in your A number and password. 4. Connection status will show a green click mark when successfully connected to the VPN

Retrieved from "https://techhelp.mcla.edu/index.php?title=SpectrumU&oldid=6801"