University of Akron PPP Dial-In Access
To connect to the Internet using the University of Akron as your Internet Service Provider (ISP), you will need a UAnet ID. Please call the Technology Learning Support Center at 330-972-6888 if you need more information about obtaining a UAnet ID.
You will need to configure dial-up networking on your computer.
Dial-In Numbers
- Akron - (330) 972.7000
- Cleveland - (216) 619.8090
- Canton - (330) 437.1021
If you have problems configuring a dial-up connection, contact the Technology Support Learning Center at 330-972-6888 or tlsc@uakron.edu
UA Virtual Private Network (VPN)
A VPN is a secured private network connection that is established over public information infrastructure, such as the Internet or telephone lines. Setting up the VPN Client allows UA faculty, staff & students to access all of the library's web-based online resources from off-campus.
To set up the VPN, you must have a valid UAnet ID. Please call the Technology Learning Support Center at 330-972-6888 if you need more information about obtaining a UAnet ID.
Attention AOL USERS: When the VPN is running, you will not be able to access library resources while using the AOL
browser. You can connect to the Internet via AOL and establish a connection to the UA VPN, but you must use a non-AOL browser such as Internet Explorer or Netscape to access online library resources. Contact the Technology Learning Support Center at 330-972-6888 for more details.
If you have problems setting up the VPN, contact the Technology Support Learning Center at 330-972-6888 or tlsc@uakron.edu
OhioLINK Remote Authentication
OhioLINK allows you to access some (but not all) of their research
databases by logging in and authenticating yourself as a current UA
student, faculty or staff member. You will be asked to enter your name,
barcode #, and Library PIN. You do not need to change any configurations
on your computer to use OhioLINK Remote Authentication; however your browser must accept cookies.
Note to AOL Users:The AOL
BROWSER does not always work with the OhioLINK Remote Authentication System. You can still use AOL to connect to the Internet, but should use a different browser, such as Netscape or Internet Explorer for Remote Authentication.
For assistance in using OhioLINK Remote Authentication, please call
Library Systems (330-972-7240) or use the electronic resource problem report form.
For assistance in connecting to and/or searching the UA Libraries Catalog, OhioLINK, or research databases, please call the Bierce Library Reference Desk (330-972-7236) or Wayne College Library Reference Desk (330-684-8954).
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