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      Setup FHNW access

      This page explains how to access the FHNW systems after receiving your account sheet.

      Instructions and help with setting up your private device (laptop, desktop computer) or one belonging to the FHNW is available here.

      The following section is of relevance to students and employees using their private device at the FHNW.

      Private products and services should not be registered using a personal FHNW email address, as it will not be available to you after you leave.

      Corporate IT’s quick start page on Inside FHNW (the FHNW’s intranet) takes you through the steps you need to take:

      1. Set up MFA (multi-factor authentication)
      2. Change your password
      3. Log into Outlook with your account (to access your email)
      4. Install VPN (for access to FHNW resources from outside the FHNW)
      5. Connect to the data storage
      6. Install a printer if you have one

      If your school’s listed in the following Specific information for the start of studies, follow the instructions to connect your device. Please work through these steps before you start your studies or employment. You should also refer to the information provided if your school’s listed in the section School-specific information below.

      Specific information for the start of studies:

      The following section is of relevance to employees wishing to set up an FHNW device.

      Connect your device to your FHNW workplace using a network cable or docking station and log in using the login data you received (does not apply to devices that are not pre-installed as per the Corporate IT service catalogue).

      Your standard workplace at the FHNW is described here: Using the IT environment at the FHNW

      Corporate IT’s quick start page on Inside FHNW (the FHNW’s intranet) takes you through the steps you need to take:

      1. Change your password
      2. Set up MFA (multi-factor authentication)
      3. Connect a printer if you have one
      4. MS Office applications, data storage and VPN are pre-installed and can be used immediately

      Find out from your school/institute what the requirements are regarding the use of IT resources. Please contact IT Support if you have any queries.

      Further information is available in the Corporate IT information pages listed.

      IT support

      If you need more help or have problems with logging in, please contact the FHNW’s IT Support team.