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Remote Access for Students

Remote Access for Students

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

Please note that some discipline-specific software may not be available from off-campus, so you should liaise with your module and programme coordinators to understand what options or alternatives may be available.

Accessing on-campus only services remotely

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Depending on the service you are trying to access remotely, there are 3 different methods for students to access protected resources remotely:

Method 1: Web-based VPN

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

Services available from the MyFiles 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 NUI Galway wired network. 

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

  • Servers using non-RDP ports. For example, License servers, Linux machines (typically SSH).

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Method 3: Remotely connect to a lab/office workstation (RDP)

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

  • All files and applications installed on your office workstation

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