Aalto Windows Quick guide

Aalto Home directory

• Personal directory created automatically for every Aalto user
• Home directory can be accessed through Z: drive in Windows
• Desktop and Documents folders are redirected to Home directory and on Windows laptops, they are available while offline. Check the guide on offline synchronization.
• Aalto Home directory has File History enabled so you can restore previous versions of lost, modified or deleted files and folders.

Work directories (network drive)

• Work directories are created for a specific team / group / purpose
• Work directories can be accessed with these instructions.

OneDrive

• Everyone in Aalto has OneDrive account with at least 5TB (5000 GB) quota
• OneDrive has File History too, so you can restore previous versions of files and folders
• OneDrive will log you in automatically in Aalto Windows computers and it can be accessed from the File Explorer, all Office apps and through most save dialogs.

Networks

• Wireless networks on campus
  • There are three wireless networks on campus. On Aalto Windows, you should always use aalto (SSID: aalto) as it will give you access to your department’s network
• VPN (Virtual Private Network)
  • VPN gives you secure remote access to Aalto network while working outside of the campus. AnyConnect VPN client is preinstalled in Aalto Windows laptops

Email, calendar, instant messaging and collaboration

• Email and calendar can be accessed with ease using Microsoft Outlook. Other clients are not recommended.
• Use Microsoft Teams for your instant messaging and collaboration needs

Multifactor Authentication (MFA, 2FA)

• Multifactor Authentication (MFA, 2FA) is a method of confirming user’s identity with two or more pieces (mobile app) of evidence when signing on to a system or a service.
• How to take into use

Software

• Check the self-service portal if you need some additional software. There are over 300 apps ready to install with Aalto licenses and/or configuration.
• For your other software needs, please check the guide

Printing

• Every Aalto Windows workstation has SecurePrint configured automatically

Cyber Security

• Please check best security practices from Cyber Security Hub
• How to report a malicious or suspicious email