The SBUMC Network encompasses the following locations:

• Hospital
• Health Sciences Center
• Technology Park
• Remote Clinics
• South Campus (Dental School, Putnam, portions of Dutchess)

These networks are protected by a firewall (see below). Because of this, our network is closed from the Internet and many places on West Campus.

If you are outside the SBUMC Campus and wish to access network resources within the organization, you will need to use a method of “Remote Access.” This is not necessary if you wish to access your Lotus Notes e-mail or the Hospital Website as they are already open to the Internet.

SBUMC Network Services has designed three methods of communication that allow access onto the SBUMC protected network. Each has its benefits and drawbacks. Please read the descriptions below and decide which fits your needs best. No matter which method you choose, you will need to have a UHMC Domain Account and apply for Remote Access Privileges. This can be accomplished by visiting the SBUMC Helpdesk Website at: http://infrastructure.uhmc.sunysb.edu/Helpdesk/forms.htm

Web VPN (SSL VPN): This is the preferred method of remote connectivity for PCs and Macs to all internal resources. It utilizes your computer's built-in web browser (Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox and Safari). Note: This method is only for Faculty and Staff members -- not for vendors.

IPSec VPN: This method of remote connectivity provides comprehensive access to network resources but requires you to download and install a VPN software client and configure it with the necessary settings. It is a much more intensive installation process, and this VPN client may potentially affect other applications on your computer. This method is recommended for support vendors and power users who can support their own computers and software.

Dial-In: This method is much like dialing up to the Internet from home. You will be using a modem connected to your computer to call a phone number in SBUMC. It is very simple to use, but the downside is that it is very slow and will tie up your phone line.

Please select from one of the options below for more information and instructions on using that method of remote access.

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