Home Computing over DSL or Cable Modem

Configuration #3

Full access to Wesleyan systems from one or more home computers.

This configuration provides a level of access from home that is very close to what you would get on your campus computer.

Through the use of Virtual Private Network (VPN) software, you will be connected to a VPN server on campus which, once you have signed in, will provide you with a secure encrypted connection into the Wesleyan Network.

Once you have established a VPN connection, you can access any campus system that is available via a web browser (i.e. Internet Explorer or Netscape). Other systems may require that special client software or special configurations be installed on your home computer. Meeting Maker and PeopleSoft are a good examples of this type of software. To access such systems you have two options - install the client program on your home computer, or use Remote Control to take control of your campus computer over the Internet.

Remote Control can be set up between two computers running Windows XP. Your home computer can be configured to take remote control of your office computer. Once the connection is made, it is as if your home keyboard and monitor were directly connected to your office computer. If much of the work you will be doing at home requires specialized software which is already installed on your campus computer, this is your best option.

Minimum Computer Requirements

• 500Mhz Processor
• 256MB RAM
• Ethernet card
• Windows XP Professional

[Note, if your computer does not meet these requirements, the Wesleyan Computer Store can assist you in upgrading your current system or advise you in the purchase of a new one.].

Package Cost: $230

This package includes the hardware and software you will need as well as the re-configuration of your computer by the Wesleyan Computer Store & Service Center.

Equipment

• SMC Barricade Router
• Wireless Access Point (if needed)

E-mail configuration

Your email must be reconfigured so that you can send and receive Wesleyan E-Mail from home.

Library access

No configuration required. Just go to the Library Home Page.

FTP software

If you don't have one, an FTP client will be installed and configured to connect to your home directory on the campus File Server, Dragon. Click Here for FTP instructions.

Access to Secure Wesleyan Systems

VPN (Virtual Private Network) software must be installed and configured on any home PC requiring this access.

Remote Control of your campus PC over the Internet

This requires that both the home and office PC's are running Windows XP. Both computers will need to be configured to support Remote Control. When you connect to your campus computer to establish a remote session, you will be prompted for your username and password. Access cannot be established without a valid log-in. This security protects you from the danger of unauthorized people taking control of your computer over the network.