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Working equipment preparation

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3 ways to prepare your working remotely tools

Using a University-issued laptop to work remotely

  • Step 1: Be safe and make sure you have the right security beforehand. The University has tools to provide highly secure access to the University network. These should be setup beforehand.
    • uoAccess credentials (account and password to many uOttawa systems)
    • register your password recovery email for your uoAccess account
    • MFA (multi-factor authentication) with your smart phone/tablet/watch or MFA security fob
    • VPN (virtual private network)
       
  • Step 2: Check that your work laptop has a functional web camera and a microphone. Consult your IT representative or the Service Desk if you need assistance.
     
  • Step 3: Use headphones that can connect to your laptop.
     
  • Step 4: Save your data in an easily accessible location. Some options:
  • Step 5: Check that you have Microsoft Teams installed on your work laptop and check the Teams training & resources.
     
  • Step 6: Ensure you have Wi-Fi connectivity in the off-premise location you’ll be working in. For example, if you are working from home, you will need to have Internet access previously activated.
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Important Notes

- Ensure you have Wi-Fi connectivity in the off-premise location you’ll be working in. For example, if you are working from home, you will need to have Internet access previously activated.
- Your Internet Service Provider may be experiencing exceptionally high-levels of demand on their network, this may result in intermittent connections or slower than usual service.