Mac

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How to connect to file servers from macOS

The Physics file servers either run Windows, Linux or Apple operating systems for Home and Group areas. File servers can only be access via the SMB protocol. If you are not sure which file server your home area is on email itsupport@physics.ox.ac.uk

Categories: Apple | Astrophysics | File Sharing | Mac | Services | Theory | dfs | home directories

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How to setup VPN access in macOS

macOS Fortigate VPN

The Fortinet client is available to download from the physics self service app. Once installed the configuration details can be found here.


All devices connecting to the Physics network this way MUST be running a supported version of macOS and have all application and operating system updates applied, running a Firewall, running Antivirus Software - with up to date virus definitions and running Spyware detection.

Categories: Apple | Astrophysics | Mac | Remote Access | Theory | VPN

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How to add printers in macOS

Note: Printing is NOT accessible via the eduroam wireless network. To print from a wireless device you will need to connect to Physics_S

To add a set of printers to your Mac, open self-service and click on the printers tab:
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Categories: Apple | Astrophysics | Mac | Printing | Theory

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Connecting to a Linux/macOS computer inside the department via an SSH gateway

Executive summary

Connect to your machine from anywhere by using the SSH gateway server bastion.physics.ox.ac.uk as an SSH jump proxy. Use your Physics username (without the preceding "PHYSICS\".) In the same way, you can log into most systems inside our network that support ssh access.

Categories: Apple | Linux | Mac | Remote Access | SSH

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how to remotely access your Apple desktop system

How to access your macOS computer via the command line

Categories: Apple | Astrophysics | Mac | Remote Access | Theory

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