Remote Access, Network Drives, and Cellular Phones

Instructions and helpful information related to network services

VPN Remote Access for DoF-issued Laptops / Network Drive Access
Please refer to the attached PDF for instructions on using VPN to access Finance network drives. Remote access is not needed for: Workday@Penn BEN...
Mon, 15 Jul, 2024 at 2:58 PM
Logging into the Division of Finance VPN using Penn Web Login and DUO Mobile
    Step 1: Log into to FortiClient VPN as you normally do in order to access the Finance network.   Step 2: A browser page will open up requiring y...
Tue, 15 Jul, 2025 at 4:31 PM
How to map the U: Drive for Finance Departments
  Right-click on Windows button icon on the lower part of your screen and then select “File Explorer”. Right click on “This PC” in left frame. Sel...
Tue, 15 Jul, 2025 at 4:47 PM
Connect to Network Drives and Shared Folders
For DoF, EVP, and OBPA staff: First, ensure your DoF-issued computer is connected to the Finance network in one of two ways: If you are remote -or- u...
Mon, 15 Jul, 2024 at 3:28 PM
Home Computer Accessories, Internet Connectivity, Minimum Standards
Home Internet Connectivity Penn and DoF software applications that require a network connection will only function well with reliable, continuous, high-spe...
Mon, 30 Oct, 2023 at 5:06 PM
Travel and Loaner Laptops
Depending on availability, loaner laptops may be borrowed for remote access or travel.  Staff traveling outside the USA (especially to China, Russia, Uk...
Mon, 15 Jul, 2024 at 3:19 PM
Reserve Verizon MiFi mobile Internet hotspot for business travel
ITS maintains a small fleet of Verizon mobile "MiFi" Internet hot spots available for use during business travel instead of using conference wirel...
Mon, 14 Oct, 2024 at 10:40 AM
Requesting a new mobile phone or device
Please consult with ITS if you plan on using a new mobile device to access university email and data.  For phones paid for with university funds, individual...
Thu, 8 Sep, 2022 at 1:51 PM
Change FortiClient VPN to New Authentication Method
NOTE: This is for Banner and AIS VPN's only. Finance VPN does not use this method. 1.) Open your FortiClient VPN software console  Your screen ...
Thu, 1 Aug, 2024 at 10:44 AM