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If you are using Windows, please refer [[MCLA Remote Access (Windows) | to these instructions instead.]]
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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.
  
==Description==
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Here is a list of software that is currently available through the AVD service:
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 the use of '''OpenVPN''' with a SSL VPN certificate to provide this function and this document explains how to access, install and use this tool for '''MacOS''' based machines.
 
  
=='''Installing OpenVPN Software'''==
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*SPSS
*1. To download the VPN Software you will need to go to the following '''OpenVPN''' web page found here : [https://openvpn.net/vpn-server-resources/connecting-to-access-server-with-macos/ OpenVPN]
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*ArcGIS Pro
*2. At the web page scroll down to the section titled "Download the OpenVPN Connect Client" and then click the download link which should read "OpenVPN Connect Client for macOS version #.#.#.###"
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*Microsoft Excel
*3. A download for the VPN titled '''openvpn-connect-#.#.#.###_signed.dmg''' should begin.
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*MiniTab
*4. Once the download is complete, double click the file to open it. Double click the installer titled '''OpenVPN_Connect_Installer_signed.pkg''' to start installing the VPN.
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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
  
[[Image:RemoteMac1.png]]
 
  
*5. Click '''Continue'''
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==How to Access via Web Browser==
  
[[Image:RemoteMac2.png]]
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*1. Go to the following address: https://client.wvd.microsoft.com/arm/webclient/
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*2. Login with your MCLA Account (A number@mcla.edu)
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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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*4. The following screen will pop up asking your approval to authorize access to certain local resources.
  
*6. Click '''Continue''' and then '''Agree''' in the popup window.  
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[[image:avd1.png]]
  
[[Image:RemoteMac3.png]]
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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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*'''Clipboard:''' Refers to copying/pasting text or images. 
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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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*You can check Don’t ask me again to remember these settings.
  
*7. Click '''Install'''
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*5. Enter your MCLA Account Credentials at the prompt.
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[[image:Avd2.PNG]]
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*6. Please wait while the application loads remotely. You can see its status by clicking the 'show details' option.
  
[[Image:RemoteMac4.png]]
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==How to Access via Remote Desktop App (Optional)==
 
 
*8. Click '''Close'''. Installation is complete at this time.
 
 
 
[[Image:RemoteMac5.png]]
 
 
 
*9. Once Installation is complete you will need to add the SSL VPN Certificate to the program.
 
 
 
=='''Installing the SSL VPN Certificate'''==
 
*1. Once the VPN Client is installed on your device you will need to login to the '''Remote Access Portal''' to download a certificate file found here : [https://mclautm.mcla.edu Sophos VPN]
 
*2. At the web page you will need to login 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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*3. Once logged in select the '''Remote Access''' link on the page.
 
*4. Click the download button lowest on the list. It should be the option to "download the configuration file to set up SSL VPN".
 
*5. A download for the configuration file titled '''YourA#@mclautm.mcla.edu.ovpn''' should begin.
 
 
 
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*6. Once the download is complete, go back to '''OpenVPN''' and under the '''Import''' menu select the '''From local file''' option. Select the certificate that you just downloaded to finish installation.
 
 
 
=='''Using the VPN'''==
 
  '''To Connect'''
 
 
 
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*1. In '''OpenVPN''' there will now be a menu titled '''mclautm.mcla.edu'''. In the menu click the '''connect''' button.
 
 
 
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*2. You will be prompted to login with a username and password. Use 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] and then hit connect.
 
 
 
  '''To Disconnect'''
 
 
 
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*1. Once connected, in the main menu a option titled '''Disconnect mclautm.mcla.edu''' will appear. Click this option to disconnect from the VPN.
 

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)