Off Campus Access

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Off Campus Access:
What is it, how do I use it, and how can I get help?

The electronic resources available through the library such as electronic databases, indexes, and books are provided for University of Cincinnati faculty, staff, and students. The contracts with the vendors who provide these items to the UC require validation that a user is a member of the UC community.  When using a computer located on one of the UC campuses, the validation occurs in the background and requires no further action on your part.  However, if you are using a computer from off campus there are three different methods you can use to gain access to these resources.

• Off Campus Access login now requires that any UC student, faculty, or staff member use the same authentication credentials they use for Central Login Services -- applications are identified as such on that application’s login page. A five (5) or more character password is required for entry into Central Login Service applications.
  
  

• Qualified Affiliates will need to choose the affiliates tab for the appropriate authentication page requiring their current credentials.

• If you are using another Internet Provider, you have the following options:
  • Login to the University of Cincinnati Libraries' Off Campus Access Services using the Off-Campus Access link.
    The login should occur before you try to access the resources or you may experience problems.
    If you have any problems logging in, contact libhelp@uc.edu or call Library Help at (513) 556-1994 during regular business hours M-F 8 to 5.
  • Use a UC VPN Client.
    If you always use your own computer, you may be able use the UC SSL VPN Client. Learn more information about the SSL VPN client at the UCit VPN FAQ page.
  • If you have any questions, please contact the UCit Help Desk at 558-4173 or the Information Desk at 558-5628.

 

 

 

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