Remote-access Guide

penn library remote access

by Jeff Lueilwitz Published 2 years ago Updated 1 year ago
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How do I use Penn Libraries licensed resources?

Use of Penn Libraries licensed resources is generally restricted to current students, faculty, and staff. Access: To access licensed resources, you must be able to authenticate yourself with your PennKey and passwordAND have an affiliation with Penn that permits access to licensed resources.

How do I access library e-books on-campus?

If you are on-campus and using a wireless network, you must useAirPennNet to access Library e-resources. Off Campus / EZproxy The Penn Libraries use EZproxy to allow Penn students, faculty, and staff to access subscription databases, ejournals, and ebooks from off-campus. To use EZproxy:

How do I login to the library using my pennkey?

When you login with your PennKey and password, the library proxy server provides a campus IP address to the requested resource so that access is enabled. You should only have to entered your information once per session. Your browser must accept cookies.

What is the Penn Libraries diversity initiative?

The Penn Libraries launches a new initiative to enhance collections that reflect a diverse campus population.

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Are Penn libraries open to public?

General access The Penn Libraries welcome visitors whose research requires use of our collections. The Library system includes separate libraries and collections in numerous locations.

What is RDP lab?

The Remote Desktop Lab (rdp-lab) provides access to on campus lab computers. This allows access to software that can't be installed on virtual lab computers including Adobe Creative Cloud applications and GraphPad Prism. Note: Adobe has changed their licensing policies to require an Adobe ID to run the software.

Do Penn alumni have access to library?

The Penn Libraries are pleased to provide University Alumni from degree-granting programs with access to a suite of library-licensed e-resources for personal, non-commercial use.

How many libraries does Penn have?

36 librariesToday, the University Libraries comprise 36 libraries at 24 locations throughout the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

Can Drexel students use Penn library?

Free courtesy borrowing privileges at the Penn Libraries are available to Drexel University graduate students and faculty.

Can Drexel students go to Penn library?

Most Penn libraries are open to the public (with a photo ID) on weekdays. On evenings and weekends, students with a valid photo ID from Drexel, Bryn Mawr, Haverford, Swarthmore, St. Joseph's or Villanova, or a SHARES partner (including Temple, Princeton, and Penn State), may access the Van Pelt-Dietrich Library Center.

How do I get a Penn alumni card?

Visit the PennCard Center in person with a valid, government issued photo I.D. Your card will be ready within minutes of having your photo taken. The cost of the card is $30 and can be paid by cash, check, or credit (Visa or Master Card). As of October 1, 2020, newly-issued Alumni cards are valid for 10 years.

How many books are in PSU library?

The Pattee Library was renovated in the late 1990s, and in 2000, it was rededicated along with the new Paterno Library, a portion of which comprises the former East Wing of Pattee. Today, there are 14 libraries at the University Park campus alone, and the Libraries boast a collection of more than 5.4 million volumes.

What is access pa?

Q: What is the Access PA Catalog? A: It is a catalog containing the collections of thousands of Pennsylvania libraries. A single search will reveal materials held by public, school, academic, and special libraries throughout Pennsylvania.

Who is the Pattee Library named after?

professor Fred Lewis PatteePattee Library was named for Penn State professor Fred Lewis Pattee, first professor of American Literature, 1895-1928.

What is RDP and how does it work?

What is RDP? The Remote Desktop Protocol allows remote users to see and use Windows on a device in another location. Key peripherals like your keyboard and mouse are shared with the remote machine, allowing you to use and control it as if you were sat right in front of it.

How does Microsoft RDP work?

How does a remote desktop work? Remote desktop software captures a device's screen and mouse and keyboard inputs and transmits them to another device, where a user can view or control it remotely. Tech support professionals often use remote desktop connectivity to troubleshoot live fixes on a client's computer.

What is an RDP file?

Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) is used to connect two computers over a network. In an RDP setup, a computer running RDP client software, or the client, connects to another computer running RDP server software, or the server. The client computer creates an RDP file for storing the connection settings to the server.

What is RDP VPN?

RDP vs VPN for Remote Access While RDP and VPN serve similar functions for remote access, VPNs allow users to access secure networks whereas RDP grants remote access to a specific computer. While useful to provide access to employees and third parties, this access is open-ended and unsecure.

What is a remote desktop lab?

The Remote Desktop Lab (rdp-lab) provides access to on campus lab computers. This allows access to software that can't be installed on virtual lab computers including Adobe Creative Cloud applications and GraphPad Prism.

When will pennkeys automatically sync?

Users that had their PennKey created after July 1, 2020 will automatically have their KITE password set to their PennKey password. Users that had their PennKey created prior to July 1, 2020 may need to manually force the credentials to sync by resetting their PennKey password.

How to install Microsoft Remote Desktop on Mac?

If using a Mac, go to the App Store on your computer, search for Microsoft Remote Desktop and install it.

How to restart a computer?

Click the word “Power” and then click on “Restart”

Where are applications located on my computer?

Applications are either on the desktop, in the Applications folder, or accessible via the Start menu.

Can you save files on Remote Lab?

You cannot save files or settings on the Remote Lab PC. So, be sure to save your work to Google Drive, Box, OneDrive, Canvas or some other cloud storage system. If you accidentally close the client, you can reconnect within two hours and resume your session.

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