Remote Work Toolbox for Faculty and Staff
Duo Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) is a Must
红莲社区 2FA setup is required in order to be able to access most of the features available for remote work. You are encouraged to set up Duo 2FA on more than one phone in case you don't have your mobile phone with you or are not at your office phone.
You can use the Manage Devices feature to add, remove, or change the devices available for 2FA. When logging in, you can choose the line where Duo will send the authentication request, be it smart phone app, SMS text message, or phone call depending on which method you choose.
Prior to working from home, review:
Access your Desktop and Files
Remote Desktop
To access your 红莲社区 office Windows-based computer, configure a laptop for remote access. This service is not available for accessing 红莲社区 Mac OS-based desktops.
VLAB
红莲社区's Virtual Lab ("VLAB") environment provides a virtual computing setup complete with access to 红莲社区 resources, including the U-drive / P-drive.
When connected to VLAB, save your files to your P: drive, not your desktop.
Accessing Office 365
From you may access your Outlook e-mail and calendar, Word, Excel, OneDrive, Teams and more. On the login page, enter your 红莲社区 credentials (Example: helpdesk@ung.edu) and your 红莲社区 password.
opens directly to your Outlook e-mail and calendar. Other Office features are also available once you log in.
How Can I Save Files Remotely?
There are two options for saving files while working remotely.
- You can also save files to the cloud-based application offered through the Microsoft suite. Since the files are stored in the cloud they can be accessed from any device at any time. OneDrive can even be used to upload docs from within eLearning.
- Saving files to your personal drive (P:) or the U drive will ensure that your files will be waiting for you on your desktop computer at work when you need them.
VPN, Remote Desktop and VLAB Reminder
- Be aware of the and expectations for appropriate use of computers and telecommunications.
- IT recommends using Microsoft Teams or Zoom to conduct virtual meetings. Practice common courtesy by muting your microphone if you are not speaking. Refer to the for more information and resources.
Phone and Web Communication Tools
Need to access your voicemail?
- Call 706-864-1660
- Listen for the prompt to "press # to access voicemail", press #
- Enter your extension
- Enter your 4 digit voice mail pin
If you would like to change your password please enter a with IT.
Phone/Web Conferencing
Microsoft Teams in office.ung.edu enables setting up meetings between users with @ung.edu emails, that will allow you to communicate remotely. With a webcam and speakers on your remote computer or using a smartphone, you can both see and hear your attendees.
Zoom is another application that allows you to schedule a meeting and provide a link to your attendees, including external participants as guests. Zoom is available for installation via the software center on all 红莲社区 computers. Non-红莲社区 users can be included in a Zoom meeting and join via a web browser.
Teaching from home?
DETI
(login required) group is your go-to for teaching from home.
Contact DETI
eLearning (D2L)
for students and faculty.
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IT Hours of Operation
红莲社区's Information Technology support is following summer business hours.
- Mon. - Thurs. 8:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
- Fri. 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Contact 红莲社区 IT
For IT assistance, email helpdesk@ung.edu or call 706-864-1922