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SoCS Windows Servers

Connecting from off Campus

If you wish to connect to the SoCS Windows Servers from off campus, you must first set up the UoG VPN. Instructions to do so can be found here.

Connecting to Windows

The SoCS Windows servers are available via Remote Desktop. Remote Desktop is installed in the Thronbrough 2420 MacLab. It is installed by default on Windows, and is available through the App Store on OS X.

To Connect:

Open the Remote Desktop Connection application Enter “windows.socs.uoguelph.ca” in the “Computer” field.

$Enter "windows.socs.uoguelph.ca" in the "Computer" field.\\$

If you receive a message “The server name on the certificate is incorrect”, ignore this and choose “Connect”. You will then be asked to enter your credentials:

Username: Enter your SoCS Username
Password: Enter your SoCS Password
Domain: Enter “SOCS”

$You will then be asked to enter your credentials.\\$

You should now be connected to the SoCS Windows Servers.