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Remote Access for Staff

Remote Access for Staff

Using the same method as on-campus, Staff can access the following University IT Services using their Campus Account credentials:

Note: * The Financial System and Student Records System credentials are separate from your Campus Account credentials.

* To access the Financial System P2P invoices remotely, please log a ticket with the Library & IT Service Desk to request VPN client access. For more information, see Financial System FAQ's.

Accessing on-campus only services remotely

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A small number of services require special methods of Remote Access. Details as follows:

Method 1: Web-based VPN

A web-based Virtual Private Network (VPN) service to allow users to access web-based services that are typically restricted to the University of Galway wired network.

Services available from the web VPN service using a web browser include:

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Method 2: Client-based VPN 

A client-based Virtual Private Network (VPN) service to allow users to access application services that are typically restricted to the University of Galway wired network. 

The following systems can be accessed using a client-based VPN:

  • Financial System (Agresso) - Invoicing
  • Custom applications/systems: For example, HR Office applications, License servers, Unix-based machines (typically SSH), VNC etc.

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Method 3: Windows Apps (formerly Remote Apps) 

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Windows Apps allow you to access applications that typically reside on the internal campus network from any location in the world. 

The following systems may be accessed using Windows Apps:

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Method 4: Remotely connect to your office workstation (RDP) 

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Just like in the office, all services may be accessed by remotely connecting to an office workstation, including:

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