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Access Only via VPN
Because of persistent threats leveraged against higher ed academic institutions, CNF has limited is limiting login access to the java Coral client to those on the Cornell network and to those dialed into the Cornell VPN.
Cornell VPN - for users with a Cornell NetID
CNF users with a Cornell NetID may access Coral from off campus by first connecting to the Cornell VPN. If you no longer have an active affiliation with Cornell other than the CNF, you will need to provide additional information before connecting to the VPN. Please see below.
Current CU Faculty/Staff/Undergraduates/Graduates/Post-Docs/Affiliates/Visiting Scientists/etc
Follow the instructions on the Cornell VPN webpage to install and connect to the Cornell VPN. Once connected, just run the Coral client as usual.
In-Active NetIDs (eg Cornell Alums and former CU Faculty/Staff)
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Cluster. Users must first connect to the Cornell VPN.
Cornell VPN - for users with a Cornell NetID
Accessing the VPN does require knowing your NetID password. If you have forgotten your NetID password, please visit http://iforgot.cnfusers.cornell.edu for instructions on resetting the password. If you cannot perform an online reset, you will need to call or visit one of the CIT IT Support HelpDesks during normal business hours. Because If your NetID is inactive in the systemnot active because you are a Cornell alum or retiree, you will need to inform the support representative that you are a Cornell NanoScale Facility user and that you will be using your NetID to access the "Cornell NanoScale Facility Departmental VPN". The HelpDesks will require Photo ID (either in person or via a Skype call/etc) to reset your password. CNF IT Computing cannot reset your NetID password.
- Ensure you know your NetID password
- Contact CNF IT to have your NetID added to the list allowed to connect to the VPN for accessing Coral
- Follow the instructions on the Cornell VPN webpage to install and connect to the Cornell VPN with the following exception:
- For your username, please enter your netid@RS-CNF-VPNAccess
Once connected, you can run Coral connect to the cluster as normal.
CNF VPN - for users with a Legacy GuestID
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