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MCLA provides remote access to software using Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD).  This service allows MCLA students, faculty and staff to access license software typically found in our computer labs 24/7, from anywhere. With the ability to access this system with just a web browser, users can have the flexibility to connect using a tablet, phone, Mac, PC, Chromebook. Users also have the ability to download a more robust Remote Desktop client that provides an optimized experience. Because the process is cloud-based, the experience is identical for all users.
  
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If you are using Mac OS, please refer [[MCLA_Remote_Access_(MacOS)| to these instructions instead]].
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Here is a list of software that is currently available through the AVD service:
  
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=='''Description'''==
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*SPSS
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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.
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*ArcGIS Pro
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*Microsoft Excel
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*MiniTab
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*MiniTab Express
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*RavenLite
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*R
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*R Studio
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*Atom
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*BIOVia Draw
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*MatLab
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*Stella Professional
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*yEd Graph Editor
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*Tableau Reader
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*BehavePlus5
  
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=='''Download and Install Sophos Connect Client'''==
 
  
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*1. Before you start, ensure you do not have the outdated "Sophos SSL VPN" client installed. If you do, please follow these steps to uninstall:
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==How to Access via Web Browser==
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**a. Select Start , then select '''Settings  > Apps > Apps & features'''.
 
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**b. Select the the 'Sophos SSL VPN' application in the list and then select '''Uninstall'''.
 
  
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*2. Login to https://mclautm.mcla.edu VPN Portal using your A number (without @mcla.edu) and password. [https://techhelp.mcla.edu/index.php/Setup_Microsoft_Authenticator_App_for_MCLA_VPN_Access Remember to append the One-Time-Password (OTP) to the end of your password].
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*1. Go to the following address: https://client.wvd.microsoft.com/arm/webclient/
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*3. Click the "Remote Access" Tab
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*2. Login with your MCLA Account (A number@mcla.edu)
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*4.. Click the download button next to the description "'''Click here to download the Sophos Connect client software.'''" . You'll be asked to fill out a form that authorizes you to download the installer.
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*3. You will see icons for each course program offered. Open the program you'd like to access.
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*5. Open the installer once downloaded and complete the client installation.
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*6. Return back to the https://mclautm.mcla.edu VPN Portal and select the "Remote Access" tab again.  
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*4. The following screen will pop up asking your approval to authorize access to certain local resources.  
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*6. Click the download button next to the description "'''Click here to download the configuration file to set up SSL VPN with Sophos Connect.'''" '''Download''' and '''Save''' the .opvn file.
 
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*7. Open the Sophos Connect software, click the ''''Import Connection'''' option
 
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*8. Navigate to the .opvn file that you saved, select it and click ''''Open''''. This will import the VPN server connection information.
 
  
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=='''Connect to the VPN using Sophos Connect Client'''==
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[[image:avd1.png]]
  
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*1. Open the Sophos Connect software by either selecting it in your start menu or system tray
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*'''Printer:''' Refers to being able to print a document within your virtual desktop to a printer that is connected to your local computer.
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*2. Confirm that the 'mclautm.mcla.edu' server connection is selected then click 'Connect'
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*'''Clipboard:''' Refers to copying/pasting text or images. 
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*3. Type in your A number (without @mcla.edu) and password. [https://techhelp.mcla.edu/index.php/Setup_Microsoft_Authenticator_App_for_MCLA_VPN_Access Remember to append the One-Time-Password (OTP) to the end of your password].
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*'''File Transfer:''' Refers to allowing you to copy files from your local computer to your virtual desktop. 
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*4. Connection status will show a green click mark when successfully connected to the VPN
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*You can check Don’t ask me again to remember these settings.
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*5. Enter your MCLA Account Credentials at the prompt.
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*6. Please wait while the application loads remotely. You can see its status by clicking the 'show details' option.
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==How to Access via Remote Desktop App (Optional)==

Revision as of 01:48, 31 August 2022

MCLA provides remote access to software using Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD). This service allows MCLA students, faculty and staff to access license software typically found in our computer labs 24/7, from anywhere. With the ability to access this system with just a web browser, users can have the flexibility to connect using a tablet, phone, Mac, PC, Chromebook. Users also have the ability to download a more robust Remote Desktop client that provides an optimized experience. Because the process is cloud-based, the experience is identical for all users.

Here is a list of software that is currently available through the AVD service:

  • SPSS
  • ArcGIS Pro
  • Microsoft Excel
  • MiniTab
  • MiniTab Express
  • RavenLite
  • R
  • R Studio
  • Atom
  • BIOVia Draw
  • MatLab
  • Stella Professional
  • yEd Graph Editor
  • Tableau Reader
  • BehavePlus5


How to Access via Web Browser

Avd1a.PNG

  • 4. The following screen will pop up asking your approval to authorize access to certain local resources.

Avd1.png

  • Printer: Refers to being able to print a document within your virtual desktop to a printer that is connected to your local computer.
  • Clipboard: Refers to copying/pasting text or images.
  • File Transfer: Refers to allowing you to copy files from your local computer to your virtual desktop.
  • You can check Don’t ask me again to remember these settings.
  • 5. Enter your MCLA Account Credentials at the prompt.

Avd2.PNG

  • 6. Please wait while the application loads remotely. You can see its status by clicking the 'show details' option.

How to Access via Remote Desktop App (Optional)

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