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Echo360 helps instructors capture and extend those moments to improve student engagement before, during and after class.

Through our technology platform, students have 24/7 access to classroom discussion, presentation materials, and the lecture itself.

Getting Started with “Echo 360 Universal Capture: Personal“

Universal Capture: Personal is a stand-alone application designed to be used by instructors on their personal computers to generate video recordings. The software enables you to create video recording across multiple computing platforms via a unified interface. That means instructors can record and share video on Mac and Windows computers, inside or outside of the classroom, with an identical user experience on each device.

For those faculty members who do not yet have an Echo 360 account, it is necessary for you to login to Webcampus first. Therefore, please follow the directions below in order for you to have access to Echo360 environment. Once you have completed these steps via webcampus, thereafter users will be able to login directly to echo360.fdu.edu with their FDU NetID credentials.

1. Login to Webcampus using your FDU NetID
2. Click on “Your Course“
3. Click on “Course Documents“

4. Click on “Tools“
5. Click on “Echo360 Cloud“

6. In this page, enter a Name that makes it clear this is the link for Echo360 class content, for example: “Echo360 Recordings”
7. Click “Submit“

8. A new link will appear on your Course Documents page titled “Echo360 Recordings“. This maybe at the bottom of the Course Documents page
9. Click on the “Echo360 Recordings” link. This will redirect you to the Echo environment

10. Click on the “Gear Icon” on the top right
11. Click on “Downloads“

12. From the Universal Capture: Personal area of the Downloads page, select the link to download the installer appropriate for the type of computer/operating system you are running. After you have downloaded the personal capture, follow the instructions on how to capture your lectures using this tool

13. Once you have installed the software, please launch the Universal Capture: Personal application. If you see the following login screen, click on the link and login with your FDU NetID credentials

14. After logging in select the inputs you want to capture from the two drop down menu. If the drop down menu says No Input just select the option you want from the available sources
    • Left Input: Click on the dropdown menu to select your input for the left video channel (e.g. display, webcam, etc.).
    • The bars in the middle shows the volume levels of the audio capture.
    • Right Input: Click on the dropdown menu to select your input for the right video channel (e.g. display, webcam, etc.).
    • The Display option from the drop down menu chooses the application that you want to record from your computer for example a PowerPoint presentation.
    • Preview the inputs on the screen; to be sure, they will record properly.

15. Click the “Pencil Icon” or title to launch the Capture Details dialog box

16. Enter a Title, add a Description or Tags and select a Publishing location for the recording. By default, your recordings are published to your “Library” folder
17. Click “Save”

18. At this point, if you are going to present any materials via PowerPoint, Web or any other applications open it and minimize it
19. When you are ready, click the “Record” button. You will have 5 seconds before recording starts so you can switch to the material you want to present

20. During a recording, you will have the option to Stop, Pause, or Cancel recording. Do not stop recording until you are totally finished with the session. If you click on the cancel button, it will cancel the entire recording

• Once you stop the recording, you will receive a message and you can click on the “Close” option to exit the program. Once your recording process is finished, it will automatically publish to the location that you have specified. You will receive an email when processing is finished and you are able to view your recording

Viewing Recording

Once you receive the email, your video is online and ready to be viewed.

1. Log back into echo360.fdu.edu
2. Click on the “My Content” tab on the left side of the window.
3. Click on the recording that you want to view

4. If you want users to view your recording, scroll down towards the bottom of the screen to the “Links” section. Copy the link and you can send it to users via email

Accessing Ellucian COLLEAGUE

COLLEAGUE uses single sign-on protocol for users to login. The login or user ID consists of the first part of the FDU NetID up until the @ sign in the NetID.

For instance, if your NetID webmail address is john.q.public@fdu.edu your COLLEAGUE login ID would be “john.q.public“

The password would be the exact same one that you use with your FDU NetID.

Virtru email encryption is the preferred method to send and view encrypted emails and files with your FDU email address. Available for FDU Faculty and Staff upon request. Click the link below to request access to Virtru Email Encryption.

The Virtru Email Encryption Tutorial will help users navigate installation, basic use, different usage scenarios, and common technical questions.

Alternative Approved Methods for Encryption

If you are not approved for Virtru email encryption, the articles below are alternative, FDU OIRT and DSIRT approved methods for encrypting Microsoft Office and Adobe PDF files and comply with the University WISP.

Follow these easy to use instructions for encrypting Word, Excel, and Acrobat files using built-in features.

1. For Word and/or Excel files, first click on File on the upper left-hand corner

2. Under the Info tab, click on Protect Document for Word and Protect Workbook for Excel followed by Encrypt with Password

3. Enter a password in the pop-up window. Re-enter the password in the next window to confirm

4. The below message will confirm your document has been password-protected

5. To open a password-protected file, double-click on the file and enter the created password

1. Select Tools on the Navigation Tab and then select Protect

2. On the Protect Tab select Encrypt

3. Select Encrypt with Password. Then select Yes on the security pop-up window

4. Check Require a Password to Open the Document and then choose a strong password. Under compatibility, choose Acrobat X and later to change the encryption method to 256-bit.

5. Confirm the password when requested. Please note that the document WILL NOT be fully encrypted until it is saved

6. To open the file, double-click the file and enter the created password.

In the past, website subscriptions and renewals were approved by University Systems and Security (USAS), as the department held the role of both Information Security and Networking. An email would be sent to the department, and approval would be gained via an email response.

With the separation of Information Security from University Systems and Networking (USAN), a new process has been created to better serve those within the FDU community that utilize external websites for services.

Moving forward, requests for website subscriptions and renewals should be requested through this form below:

If information is missing, a representative of UTAC might reply inquiring more about the request. When all information has been gathered, the ticket will be forwarded to our Information Security Officer. They will review the request, engage the Networking team if necessary, and then either approve or deny the request (via email response) or inquire further, before closing out the ticket.

We hope this new process will help identify, track, and move requests quickly through the process.

Revised: April 2, 2019
Last Revised: June 1, 2017
Prior Revision: August 1, 2016

I. POLICY STATEMENT

FDU has implemented the FDU Alert system to expand and enhance its emergency notification methods. In the event of an emergency, FDU Alert may be used to provide pertinent information and instructions to FDU students, faculty and staff through voice, text messaging and/or E-mail. FDU Alert uses the a mass notification system that sends emergency messages instantly and simultaneously to registered mobile phones, wireless devices and E-mail addresses.

Reason For Policy

This policy establishes the proper use and testing of the FDU Alert Emergency Notification System (FDU Alert).

Who Should Read This Policy

Members of the University Community including Students, Faculty, Staff, as well as all other individuals who have been registered to receive FDU Alert emergency notifications.

Website Address For This Policy

The website for this policy as well as other related FDU Alert information can be found at the following URL or by clicking on Web Shortcuts on the top right of the FDU Homepage.

II. DEFINITIONS

These definitions apply to these terms as they are used in this policy.

Emergency	A sudden unforeseen crisis, usually involving danger, which requires immediate action.
FDU Alert System	The University’s emergency notification system is designed to alert, warn and inform registered members of the University Community of what to do in case of an emergency, a disaster, a crisis or any other situation that affects the FDU community. For example, receiving these alerts and messages could keep you from driving to campus only to find that a power failure has closed the campus.
FDU Alert Authorizer	Individual who has the authority to assess an emergency and activate the FDU Alert Emergency Notification System; this individual is authorized to contact an authorized Sender.
FDU Alert Sender	Individual who has been trained and is authorized to facilitate the actual sending of an Emergency Notification message.
Crisis	An unstable event or situation of extreme danger or difficulty, which is often sudden or unexpected, that disrupts the normal operations of the institution or its educational mission and threatens the well-being of personnel, property, financial resources and/or the reputation of the institution.
Timely Warning	Refers to the need to provide timely notification to the University Community after it is determined there is a credible threat to campus persons or property or when information is considered vital to the University community.
SMS	Refers to the Text Messaging method of FDU Alert delivery.
FDU Alert Spokesperson	An individual may be identified to respond to, and act as University spokesperson, to inquiries by students, faculty, staff, parents and others about an FDU Alert. Inquiries may be forwarded to the FDU Alert Spokesperson via the special call forwarding alert hotline.

III. OVERVIEW

Any time that an emergency situation arises, either on campus or in the immediate area of the campus, that in the judgment of an FDU Alert Authorizer poses an ongoing or continuing threat to the campus community, a campus “Timely Warning” will be issued. This warning may be issued through the FDU Alert system by one, all, or a combination of the following delivery methods.

• Voice mail or telephone notification
• E-mail
• Posted on the University website
• Posted notices
• Public address announcements
• Direct contact with individuals

Whenever possible, the FDU Alert Authorizer will consult with the Campus Director of Public Safety, the Campus Executive, or another Authorizer prior to using FDU Alert messaging capabilities.

In an emergency, and upon activation by Authorizers and Senders, FDU Alert will send notifications to registered individuals at one, some, or all of the following registered points of delivery.

• Work Phone
• FDU E-mail
• Cell Phone
• SMS (Text Message)
• Alternate E-mail
• Home Phone
• Parent/Significant Other E-mail
• Parent/Significant Other Phone
• Parent/Significant Other SMS (Text Message)
• Parent/Significant Other Cell Phone

To provide the safest possible environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors to FDU campuses, the University will strive to provide timely, reliable notifications by all possible means in the event of emergency. Generally, an emergency is any incident that involves the possibility of death, serious injury, or the threat of death or serious injury to people, or to University facilities, materials or property.

Fairleigh Dickinson University uses a variety of methods to provide emergency and safety information, including mass notification systems, web pages, door-to-door assistance from on-site staff and Residence Hall assistants, over-the-air broadcasts, and a consolidated communications system. Collectively, these capabilities are called “FDU-Alert”. (1)

The communication system permits broadcast messages to be sent quickly as voice calls to office, local home, or cell phones, and as text messages to cell phones or University and external E-mail accounts. This system will be used to announce and provide guidance in an emergency or crisis and to communicate relevant critical updates.

If an emergency occurs near but not on an FDU campus, and in other situations in which emergency responders determine and report that no apparent or imminent threat to that campus exists, an advisory may be posted on informational web sites, E-mails, or text messages only. In these cases, you may not receive an emergency notification directly to your phone.

University administration or individual campuses may, as an authorizer deems appropriate, use the communications system for other urgent messages related to administration or operation, such as campus closings due to adverse weather, unusual situations, or utility outages.

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(1) More information about these services, as well as current emergency status or preparedness information for FDU, is planned for availability on the University’s emergency preparedness website once established.

IIII. POLICY

Proper Use of FDU Alert

FDU Alert is offered not to replace but to augment existing emergency notification methods, which include: University-wide broadcast E-mails, online updates via web and coordinated use of public media outlets, fire alarms, public address systems, and signs.

Any time that a serious situation arises either on campus or in the immediate area of the campus that in the judgment of the campus Director of Public Safety, and whenever possible, in consultation with the Campus Executive poses an ongoing or continuing threat to the campus community, a campus “Timely Warning” will be issued. This warning may be issued through the FDU Alert system, voice mail or telephone notification, E-mail, posted on the University website, posted notices, public address announcements, and direct contact with individuals.

If, in the opinion of the local law enforcement authority, a message would hinder the police response or investigation and the local law enforcement authority has requested that we not send out a message, no message may be sent without the specific authorization of the President, University Provost, Sr. V.P. for Finance & Administration, or FDU legal counsel.

Limited Use of FDU Alert

Although the use of other emergency notification method(s) will be determined on a case-by-case basis, FDU Alert should only be used in the following situations:

(1) an imminent threat of physical danger to the campus community;

(2) a campus closure; and

(3) certain Campus Crime Alerts as determined by Public Safety;

(4) off-campus events that could impact health, safety, life or access to a campus.

The above situations can include but are not limited to ongoing criminal incidents, fires, chemical leaks, pandemics, campus-wide utility failures (such as gas, electrical, or water), and extreme weather conditions that result in a campus closure (e.g. snow/ice storms) or pose an imminent threat of physical danger to the campus community (e.g. tornado within close proximity to campus).

FDU Alert Authorizers

Only the people in the following positions have the authority to activate the FDU Alert emergency message system and author an appropriate message:

• President of the University
• University Provost & Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs
• Senior Vice President for Finance & Administration
• Campus Executives
• Deputy Campus Executive, Metropolitan Campus
• Associate Vice President for Communications
• Executive Director of Communications and News
• Director of Public Safety, Florham Campus
• Assistant Director, Public Safety, Florham Campus
• Director of Public Safety, Metropolitan Campus
• Campus Investigator, Public Safety, Metropolitan Campus
• Campus Executive, Vancouver Campus
• Business Manager, Vancouver Campus

FDU Alert Authorizers (“Authorizers”) have the authority to activate the system without consulting other Authorizers; however, when circumstances permit, an Authorizer should consult with at least one other Authorizer before sending a message.

FDU Alert Authorizer Responsibilities

Responsibility of Creating FDU Alert Messages

Authorizers have the responsibility to write and disseminate the appropriate message to be sent by Sender. For consistency, simplicity, and to minimize confusion, whenever possible, the Authorizer should base the message on one of the sample alert messages included in the Standard Operating Procedures manual.

This responsibility carries forward to writing and disseminating subsequent messages that must be sent to keep the recipients apprised of the status of the emergency event through to the conclusion of the emergency event with the transmission of an “All Clear-Resume Normal Schedule” message.

In the event more than thirty (30) minutes has passed while an emergency event is in progress, and there is no new information to communicate, the Authorizer should write a message(s) stating that the status of the emergency event remains the same, e.g., “Investigation continues, will communicate updates as new information becomes available.”

Messages should be written to support text to speech. Minimum or preferably no use of abbreviations and acronyms should be used. All messages must include an appropriate lead-in, for example, “!!FDU Florham Emergency Alert!!,” which includes where appropriate, the campus affected. Examples of these lead-in statements are included with the sample messages in the FDU Alert Confidential Operations Manual.

Responsibility of Authorizer to Prepare Additional Information

Alert Notifications and Updates Published via the FDU Website

Text Messaging (SMS) capability has a message character limit that precludes long and detailed messages. Detailed messages and updates regarding the FDU Alert can be made available on the University Website. Should it be necessary or appropriate to post additional information on the FDU website, it is the responsibility of the Authorizer to work with the Associate Vice President for Communications & Marketing or designee, to prepare and post the information on the University website in a timely manner. As this information will have wide and general exposure, it is critical to ensure that the information is current, correct, adequate, and consistent with the University messaging strategy.

It is the responsibility of the Authorizer, or designee as assigned by the Authorizer and the Associate Vice President for Communications & Marketing or designee, to keep vigil over the messaging to ensure accuracy and timeliness and message removal upon event termination.

FDU Alert Voicemail Box (Answer Only Voicemail Box)

Two FDU Alert Voicemail Boxes (one for each primary New Jersey campus) are available in order to provide the community with detailed information via a pre-recorded announcement regarding the FDU Alert. Should it be necessary or appropriate to post an additional information announcement on the FDU Alert Voicemail Box, it is the responsibility of the Authorizer to work with the Associate Vice President for Communications & Marketing or designee, to prepare, record, and post the announcement in the FDU Alert Voicemail Box in a timely manner. Because this information will have wide and general exposure, it is critical to ensure that the information is current, correct, adequate, and consistent with the University messaging strategy.

Requests for information or updates regarding the FDU Alert should be directed to the affected campus FDU Alert Voicemail Box.

• Metropolitan Campus: 201-692-7000
• Florham Campus: 973-443-8000

No voice mails can be left on the FDU Alert Voicemail Box. It is answer only.

The default message in the FDU Alert Voicemail Boxes will be “All University Operations Are Normal”

General telephone inquiries to the switchboard regarding the FDU Alert should be transferred to the appropriate FDU Alert Voicemail Box. Caller expectations can be managed by using phraseology such as “The latest and most current information regarding the FDU Alert is available on the FDU Alert Voicemail Box. Please hold while I connect you to this important informational announcement” in advance of the transfer.

It is the responsibility of the Authorizer, or designee as assigned by the Authorizer and the Associate Vice President for Communications & Marketing, to keep vigil over the messaging to ensure accuracy and timeliness and message removal upon event termination.

FDU Alert Spokesperson to Other Inquiries

FDU Alerts will stimulate telephone inquiries to the switchboard, Residence Life, Public Safety, Enrollment Services & other key offices. Callers should be directed to the University mailbox for announcements and updates. In the unusual event where it is determined to be necessary to have a Spokesperson available for call handling, callers will be directed to a special hotline with ultra-call forwarding setup to transfer to the FDU Alert Spokesperson.

The FDU Alert Spokesperson is an individual identified by the FDU emergency response teams to respond to inquiries by students, faculty, staff, parents, and others about an FDU Alert. Inquiries will be forwarded via the special call forwarding alert hotline.

The following are attributes for The FDU Alert Spokesperson:

• Must provide contact information (and back up) to the switchboard and emergency management teams
• Must be available to take calls continuously throughout the emergency (2)
• Must be aware of the event and current activities and commentable actions
• Must be media aware
• Must have the power to speak to the event with autonomy and authority

Emergency Event Status Reports on the FDU Website

The FDU Website Homepage provides an FDU Alert Icon under Web Shortcuts that links to a dedicated webpage containing information on the current status of the University’s operations. As referenced above in Section 4.3.1.3, in the event there is an emergency, the Authorizer will work with the Associate Vice President for Communications and Marketing or designee to prepare and post a message providing current information concerning the emergency event and the status of the University’s operations, which will be posted on the operations status page.

FDU Alert Senders

FDU Alert Senders (“Senders”), upon the request of Authorizer(s), have the authority to activate the system, enter messages under the direction of the FDU Alert Authorizer(s), and initiate the send message process. All FDU Alert Senders are provided with appropriate access to the secured FDU Alert emergency notification system and necessary training.

Sender names and contact information are included in the FDU Alert Operations Manual.

FDU Alert Sender Responsibilities

Senders are required to respond to Authorizer requests to facilitate the timely activation of the FDU Alert System. Senders acknowledge that time may be of the essence and will fulfill the request or immediately notify another Sender to fulfill the request. The transfer of such transfer of control requires Authorizer and/or emergency response team acknowledgment.

FDU Alert Senders will advise the FDU Alert Authorizer(s) when the message send process has been initiated and the sender can confirm delivery of such messaging.

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(2) A special phone number with Remote Call Forwarding will be utilized for this purpose.

Message Content

Any message sent using FDU Alert should be as brief as possible and should, if appropriate, typically contain the following information:

• The reason for the message;
• Any response required;
• Location (campus) of event;
• The duration of the emergency and any relevant dates and times;
• Methods to obtain further information; and

When circumstances permit, before sending a message, Authorized Senders should consult with the relevant University administrator(s) regarding message content.

Because text messages may have a single message size limitation depending on the recipient’s device, they should be limited to 160 characters. While brevity and abbreviations will reduce a message size, care must be taken to ensure that all messages are brief, concise, accurate, and understandable. Sample messages are included in the FDU Alert Confidential Operations Manual.

After Message Review

After a message is sent using FDU ALERT, the Authorized Senders and the Campus Emergency Management Team will meet as appropriate to discuss the emergency, the results of the alert, and compliance with the FDU Alert Policy.

FDU Alert System Testing

System Wide Delivery Testing

Once every Fall and Spring semester, a live test of the FDU Alert system will be conducted. During the test, one or more messages will be transmitted to every individual registered in the system using every delivery method for each point of contact (phone, e-mail, SMS, etc.) The FDU Alert message(s) sent during the test will clearly state “THIS IS A TEST,” so that it is clear that there is no actual emergency.

FDU Alert Senders

At least once per calendar month, FDU Alert senders will test the FDU Alert system by sending themselves a test message. The message sent during this test will clearly state “THIS IS A TEST BY AUTHORIZED SENDER,” so that it is clear that there is no actual emergency.

Service Provisioning

Regular Reminders to University Community to Register/Update FDU Alert Individual Database Record

The effectiveness of any alert system depends upon the accuracy of the contact information in its database. All students, faculty, and staff will therefore receive notices/reminders prior to the semester’s scheduled test to review/update their emergency contact information. Emergency contact information can be modified at any time by logging onto Webadvisor.

V. EMERGENCY LEVELS AND INSTITUTIONAL MESSAGING GOVERNANCE

The following are three levels of emergencies and suggested methods of communications and notifications for each. No other use of this FDU Alert System is permitted.

Level 1 Emergency – Informational

Circumstance:

• incident has occurred
• incident is contained and/or well defined
• continuing activity/investigation
• caution conditions exists
• timely follow up communications required

Examples include:

• natural disaster
• aircraft crash, or similar event, near campus
• major structural collapse
• snow closings
• elevator accident
• must know information – (e.g. “Because of bad weather the University will close at…” and “An electrical cable to the SUB has been damaged and electrical power will not be restored until…”)

The “Authorizer” should use the following formats: E-mail/WWW/Text Messaging/Posted Notices/Public Address Announcements. Based on the event and any unusual circumstances, voice messaging may be used at the “Authorizer’s” discretion…

Level 2 Emergency – Life and Safety Alert

Circumstance:

• incident has occurred and/or is continuing
• incident is contained but may be extensive
• cautions exist
• continuing/on-going activity/investigation
• timely follow up communications required

Examples include:

• bomb threat
• contained/small scale explosion/fire
• act of violence on campus
• fire confined to an area
• contained/small hazardous material spill or release
• buildings without electricity, heat or water
• major building flooding

The “Authorizer” should use the following formats: E-mail/WWW/Text Messaging/Posted Notices/Public Address Announcements/Direct Contact with Individuals as necessary. During extended business hours (7 a.m. to 7 p.m.) voice messaging will also be used. The Authorizer will have the discretion to utilize voice messaging after extended business hours if it is deemed appropriate.

Level 3 Emergency – Imminent life or safety alert – Immediate Action Required

Circumstance:

• incident has occurred and/or is continuing
• scope of incident may be undefined
• alert action required
• cautions exist
• continuing/On-going activity/investigation
• time is of the essence follow up communications

Examples include:

• evacuations
• on-going violent campus demonstrations
• intruder alerts
• radiological incident
• contained or uncontained hazmat/hazardous material spill or release
• large explosion/fire
• aircraft crash, or similar event, on campus
• acts of terrorism
• confirmed explosives devices

The “Authorizer” should use all available formats: Voice Message/Voice Mail/E-mail/WWW/Text Messaging/Posted Notices/Public Address Announcements/Direct Contact with Individuals as necessary.

No other use of this FDU Alert System is permitted.

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Section – About

Part : What is FDU Anywhere?

What is FDU Anywhere?

FDU provides remote access to many software applications typically found in university computer labs. This new Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) gives users access to a Windows desktop environment along with many General Lab Software, without requiring downloading and installing programs on a user’s personal equipment. The service, called FDU Anywhere, is powered by University Systems and Networking (USAN) and can be found at anywhere.fdu.edu.

FDU Anywhere

Using FDU Anywhere is like walking into one of FDU’s computer labs. Upon logging in with your FDU NetID and password, you will have access to the virtual platform. To find a list of currently available software on FDU Anywhere, use the FDU Software Catalog. A listing of available Free and Open Source software can also be found by visiting the FDU Software Catalog.

The FDU Software Catalog provides an up-to-date catalog of software available to Faculty, Staff, and Students at the university:

Part : System & Network Requirements

System & Network Requirements

System Requirements

FDU Anywhere is a powerful resource with a lightweight footprint. In order to utilize FDU Anywhere, you must have the following:

• Any device with a browser that supports HTML 5 will work. HTML 5 is supported by almost all desktop and mobile browsers including Google Chrome, Apple Safari, Microsoft Edge, and Mozilla Firefox
• An internet connection
• FDU NetID credentials

Network Requirements

For the best experience, while using FDU Anywhere, your network should:

• Have a download speed of at least 5Mb/s or more
• If your download speed falls below 5Mb/s, the connection could become unstable and cause issues with your stream
• Have an upload speed of 5Mb/s or higher
• An upload speed of 5Mb/s is enough to use a basic mouse, keyboard, and controller. More bandwidth-heavy devices such as webcams, microphones, and external storage devices can use up to 100Mb/s
• Wired network connections are preferred over Wi-Fi network connections whenever possible
• Wired network connections are more stable and offer more bandwidth over Wi-Fi

For graphics-intensive applications, like Adobe Creative Cloud and Autodesk, we recommend using a wired network connection instead of Wi-Fi, ideally with a bandwidth of 5 Mbp/s.

Wi-Fi networks with 5Ghz rated wireless connections are preferred over 2.4Ghz wireless routers and provide better performance.

VPN Applications and Connections

Testing your Connection

Your experience with FDU Anywhere greatly depends on your internet connection. Testing your connection can help you identify and correct most issues.

To test your Internet connection speed, click the link below:

Internet Speed Test

Section – Basics

Part : Using FDU Anywhere

Using FDU Anywhere

FDU Anywhere is available to all students and accessible by following the instructions below:

Accessing FDU Anywhere

1. From any web browser, visit “anywhere.fdu.edu“

FDU Anywhere

2. Use your FDU Credentials (NetID and associated password) to complete the login to the FDU Anywhere

General Lab

2. The selected app or desktop opens in a new browser tab

Log Out of FDU Anywhere

Logging out is a critical step in making sure others continue to be able to easily access FDU Anywhere services. To log out of FDU Anywhere, follow these steps:

1. Click the Windows “Start” button
2. Click your “Name“
3. Click “Sign Out“

4. On the upper left-hand side, click the “Hamburger” menu icon

5. Click “Log Out“

6. Click “OK” to confirm Logout

Automatic Session Logout Policy

To help make FDU Anywhere as available as possible to all students, accounts that have been inactive (or idle) for 15 minutes will automatically be logged out.

Part : Accessing and Using OneDrive

Accessing and Using OneDrive

There are many ways in which you can access and save files within FDU Anywhere. Fairleigh Dickinson University highly recommends saving all files on your FDU Microsoft 365 OneDrive which is accessible within FDU Anywhere. There will be a first-time setup and initialization process required to use OneDrive within FDU Anywhere.

Setup and Initialization Process

Accessing your Microsoft 365 OneDrive account is done easily by following these instructions:

1. From the FDU Anywhere General Lab, single click on the “OneDrive” icon found on the Windows desktop

2. Enter your FDU NetID and click “Next”
   • Follow the FDU standard single sign-on prompts to complete the login process

3. You have successfully logged into OneDrive, click “Next“

4. Microsoft OneDrive may prompt you to backup your folders, click “Next” to skip this step

5. A brief overview will be given on OneDrive, to begin, click “Next“

6. When the tutorial is finished, click “Later“

7. OneDrive setup is complete and ready to use. Click the “X” to close the window or “Open My OneDrive Folder” to access files

Using OneDrive

Using Microsoft OneDrive within FDU Anywhere is very similar to accessing, saving, and opening files on a computer. Just open up File Explorer and look for OneDrive – Fairleigh Dickinson University.

Part : Working With Files

Working With Files

Zipping Files

if you need to zip files to submit them to Webcampus, please follow these instructions:

1. Click the file or folder

2. Click on 7-zip then click “Add to Archive“

3. Change Archive Format to “zip” like in the picture below, then click “OK” to zip your files

The zip archiving process could take some time depending on the size of the file. Once completed, the file will be in the same location as the folder. You can then email or upload your file to your professor.

Alternate Way to Zip Files

1. Click “Start” on the taskbar on the left-hand side
2. Type “7zip” and click on 7-zip File Manager that appears

3. Navigate to the location of your saved file/folder and click to highlight, then click the “Add” button at the top

5. Change “Archive Format” to “zip” and then click “OK” to zip your files

The file will now be zipped and you will find your file in the same folder as the project folder or file you wanted to zip.

Submitting Files to WebCampus

To successfully submit your coursework to WebCampus, it is best to use the Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, or Microsoft Edge web browser located on the desktop of FDU Anywhere.

To submit your coursework to Webcampus, you can log on from within FDU Anywhere. For more information on Webcampus visit:

Part : Keyboard Shortcuts

Keyboard Shortcuts

Sometimes you may want to copy and paste content from your own computer to an FDU Anywhere desktop or application. You can do this using the copy-and-paste menus or keyboard shortcuts, for example, “Ctrl+C” and “Ctrl+V“.

If you cannot copy and paste for any reason, we recommend using our FDU OneDrive service to access any files not found in FDU Anywhere.

Windows OS to FDU Anywhere

1. Highlight the text you want to copy from your computer
2. Press “CTRL+C” to copy the selected text
3. Move the cursor to the paste location in FDU Anywhere
4. Press “CTRL+V” to paste the text

Your macOS to FDU Anywhere

1. Highlight the text you want to copy from your computer
2. Press “COMMAND+C “to copy the selected text
3. macOS also supports “CTRL+C“

4. Move the cursor to the paste location in “FDU Anywhere“
5. Press “CTRL+V” to paste the text

Section – Support

Part : Getting Support

Getting Support

SAMI Support

Part : Network Optimization

Network Optimization

If you are experiencing issues while using FDU Anywhere, please use the following tips as guidelines to help improve your experience.

Power-cycle your Modem/Router

Power cycling your modem and router allows them to reset and re-establish a connection to your Internet Service Provider (ISP). Shut down your computer and unplug your modem/router. Plug them back in after 60 seconds and watch the lights on your modem/router. Once the lights are on and steady, start your computer.

Keep all your Local Components Up-to-date

Check that your modem/router and your local computer are totally up to date. This includes the operating system, driver, and browser updates.

Disconnect/Turn off any Devices that are not in use

Some devices could be using bandwidth while on standby. Gaming consoles, for example, might download and install updates. Turn off these devices to keep your bandwidth free.

Use an Ethernet Cable

Using a wired Ethernet connection will make your connection more stable and eliminate additional latency compared to a wireless connection.

Change your Wi-Fi Configuration

If a wired Ethernet connection is not possible or your device requires a wireless connection:

• Connect to a 5GHz wireless network. Some routers offer both 2.4GHz connections and 5GHz
• Place your devices (such as a computer or smartphone) and your router closer to each other

Welcome to our comprehensive guide on utilizing the FDU Jamf Connect for login and NETID credential synchronization on macOS. This article is tailored for the staff, faculty, and students at FDU, providing a detailed walkthrough of the Jamf Connect login interface.

The Jamf Connect login screen consists of three sections: The login fields, the function buttons, and language and Wi-Fi.

The login fields are used to enter the NetID and password while the login button initiates the login. The username can be entered in any form that is recognized by Okta.

• Shut down: Powers the machine off
• Restart: Reboot the machine
• Help: Opens a mini browser to the FDU IT site

• Language Selection: Changes language
• Wi-Fi: Allows selection of wireless network

1. Enter your “FDU NetID” and “Password” and click the “Login” button

• You will see the message “Creating your account on this Mac” while the account is being created on the Mac

• If you are using a non-standard account name that does not match your FDU NetID, you will be able to select this account at login and link it to your NetID

2. Locate the account and click “Connect” to link it to your NetID. If you do not wish to link the existing, account click “Create Account” to proceed with a new account

3. You will be prompted to enter the “existing password” for the local account. Click “Connect” to complete the link.

The Jamf Connect app is used to synchronize domain credentials with the local machine credentials.

1. Enter your “FDU NETID” and “Password” and click the “Sign In” button

2. If your NETID password is out-of-sync, you will be prompted to sync them by entering the Local Password you use to sign into the machine. Click “Sync” to sync the new NETID password