University Systems and Networking (USAN) oversees the University's Data Centers and Wired / Wireless Network. We support both the Metropolitan and Florham campuses, as well as our international campuses in Vancouver and Wroxton. USAN enables the access, flow and storage of information within the University while defending our network against all threats and maintaining the integrity of our data.
DUO two-factor authentication adds a second layer of security to your FDU NetID. It requires two factors to verify identity. These factors include something you know – your FDU NetID and password, and something you have – a phone or passcode, to authenticate and gain access to your account on FDU services. Passwords alone no longer provide adequate protection against cyber hacking. DUO is required for all current FDU students. Please follow the steps below.
Install DUO Mobile App
The DUO app is available for Android, iOS and iPadOS. Use the links below to install DUO on your mobile device.
In a Desktop or Laptop browser visit the DUO Management Portal to begin the activation process by enrolling your device. Activation requires scanning a QR code with the DUO app’s built-in scanner
Supported Browsers: Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, Opera, and Internet Explorer 8 or later. Some browsers do not support all of DUO’s authentication devices (for example, Security Keys won’t work with Internet Explorer). For the widest compatibility with DUO’s authentication methods, we recommend recent versions of Chrome and Firefox.
Click “Start setup” to begin enrolling your device
Select the type of device you’d like to enroll and click “Continue“. We recommend using a smartphone for the best experience, but you can also enroll iOS/Android tablets
Select your country from the drop-down list and type your phone number. Use the number of your smartphone or cell phone that you installed the DUO Mobile Security App on in the Step 1
Double-check that you entered it correctly, check the box, and click “Continue“
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If you’re enrolling a tablet you aren’t prompted to enter a phone number.
Choose your device’s operating system and click “Continue“.
Click “I have DUO Mobile installed”
If you have not completed installing the DUO Mobile App in Step 1 please complete now by following the platform-specific instructions on the screen. After installing the app return to the enrollment window
Activating the app links it to your account so you can use it for authentication
On iPhone, Android, and Windows Phone activate DUO Mobile by scanning the barcode with the app’s built-in barcode scanner. Follow the platform specific instructions for your device:
The “Continue” button is clickable after you scan the barcode successfully
Can’t scan the barcode? Click “Or, have an activation link emailed to you instead” and follow the instructions
Once activated click “Continue” to complete registration
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Configure Device Options (Optional)
You can use Device Options to give your phone a more descriptive name, or you can click “Add another device” to start the enrollment process again and add a second phone or another authenticator
If this is the device you’ll use most often with DUO then you may want to enable automatic push requests by changing the “When I log in:” option and changing the setting from “Ask me to choose an authentication method” to “Automatically send this device a DUO Push” and click “Save“. With one of the automatic options enabled DUO automatically sends an authentication request via push notification to the DUO Mobile app on your smartphone.
Your device is ready to approve DUO push authentication requests. Click “Send me a Push” to give it a try. All you need to do is tap “Approve” on the DUO login request received at your phone
With DUO activated on your account, and with your device enrolled, you are ready to use DUO. When logging in, you will have two authentication options. Review the options below to determine what works best for you.
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We recommend the push notification to your smartphone, it’s the easiest. You can also check the box “Remember Me for 60 Days” to only perform the authentication once every two months on that device.
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Authentication Options
There are two ways you can use DUO:
Push Notification
Once the DUO mobile app is installed, you can select to receive a DUO notification on your smartphone. Open the notification, and you’ll see a green checkmark, and a red X. Simply tap the “GreenCheckmark” to gain access.
Passcodes
You can use the DUO mobile app to generate passcodes. This option does not require wifi or data, so this is a great option if you’re traveling or if you have limited or no cell/internet service. Open your DUO mobile app, tap the FDU logo and it will reveal a passcode. During login, choose the enter a passcode option, enter the code and you’re in.
How Do I Change Settings or Enroll Another Device?
To change settings or enroll another device, visit DUO Management Portal or any DUO-supported application. When you get to the DUO prompt, click the “Settings” button and choose to add a new device or access your settings.
The “remember me” option is displayed by Duo when you sign in with FDU NetID on the web. After providing your second factor for authentication, Duo will present you with a prompt asking if you would like to have this device remembered for future logins. Selecting “Yes, this is my device” sets the “remember me” status for Duo.
Use the “remember me” option to reduce how often you have to sign in with two-factor authentication (2FA) on the same web browser. It’s safe to use on trusted computers and lasts for 30 days.
Refer to our Duo Quick Start Guide below for instructions on using the “remember me” option within the context of the overall sign-in experience.
The “remember me” option is safe to use on computers and devices that you can trust to protect your browser. Examples include managed workstations at work, lab computers that require you to sign in, and personal computers, laptops, tablets, and mobile devices that protect your browser from use by others.
Do not use “remember me” on public or shared computers
The “remember me” option shouldn’t be used on computers and devices that don’t protect your browser, such as public or shared computers, and computers you don’t sign in to and cannot lock to protect your browser.
FAQ
What is the “remember me” option?
The “remember me” option is a feature of Duo that tells your browser to remember that you have confirmed your identity using your 2FA device. If you confirm that “Yes, this is my device” when authenticating with Duo, you won’t have to use your 2FA device as often on that browser. For example, if you use it on your computer at work, it reduces how often you have to sign in with 2FA at work; but your laptop at home will still ask you to sign in with 2FA.
Why would I want to use it?
The “remember me” option saves you time and reduces distraction by reducing how often you have to use your 2FA device. If you routinely use the Duo callback method, it also saves the FDU money in telephony costs.
Is “Remember Me” safe? Doesn’t it defeat the purpose of 2FA?
The “remember me” option is safe to use on computers and devices that you can trust to protect your browser. It doesn’t defeat the purpose of 2FA because the convenience it provides is limited to each computer and browser that you choose to use it on. If you or anyone else tries to sign in with your FDU NetID on a different computer or browser, 2FA will be required.
How long does it last?
The “remember me” option lasts 30 days. It saves a secure cookie on your browser to track the time until you need to use your 2FA device again. If your browser clears cookies this will remove “remember me” until you re-select it.
Why is the “remember me” duration 30 days?
30 days is the current “remember me” duration because it is often enough to remind you that 2FA is turned on, but not so often to be annoying. While some institutions use shorter or longer durations, 30 days is a common duration at peer institutions.
How do I clear it on my current browser?
If the “remember me” option is enabled on the browser you’re using right now, clear your cookies for duosecurity.com. To clear it on other browsers, repeat this process on each of them.
How do I reset it on a browser I no longer control?
If you enabled the “remember me” option on a browser you no longer control, Please open a support ticket by clicking Support at the top of the page, or visiting samisupport.fdu.edu.
Note
When FDU IT resets your “remember me”, it will clear it on all your browsers, including those you no longer control. Once it has been reset, you can enable it again on your current browser(s).
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Troubleshooting
I’m using the “remember me” option, and I still have to use my 2FA device more often than every 30 days. Why is that?
Some system owners require you to reauthenticate with 2FA every time you access their systems for security, regardless of using the “remember me” option (workday for example). This can increase how often you have to sign in with 2FA. If you find you are regularly asked for 2FA on some sites despite the “remember me” option, but not other websites this is likely the cause. Other contributing factors include how many different computers you use, how many different browsers you use on these computers, whether or not you use the “remember me” option on all of them, how your browsers are configured to use cookies, and how often you clear your browser cookies.
Why do some system owners override the “remember me” option and reauthenticate me every time I sign in?
System owners decide to reauthenticate you based on what institutional and personal data they need to protect, and what threats and risks they need to guard against. Some of them reauthenticate you because they are concerned about unauthorized access from unattended browser sessions, and forcing you to reauthenticate is one way to re-establish that it’s you.
Why isn’t the “remember me” option working for me? Are there things that prevent it from working correctly?
The “remember me” option requires the use of browser cookies, so it may not work as expected in these circumstances:
You are accessing a site that overrides the “remember me” option
After June 30, 2023, Transport Layer Security (TLS) 1.0 and 1.1 connection requests to Duo will not receive a response, resulting in blocked multi-factor authentication.
Who will be affected?
This may affect FDU community users using Windows 7, Windows 8.1, Android Devices with Android OS version 9 or lower, and Apple devices with iOS versions that don’t support TLS 1.2.
Check if you are using the supported endpoints by reading the information below:
Windows
Supported Windows operating system (OS) versions will support TLS 1.2 by default. If you are running a supported Windows OS, no action is required.
If your operating system was manually changed to disable TLS 1.2 for some reason, connection requests will fail. Verify your system is properly configured for TLS 1.2 with the suggested steps below.
Verifying TLS 1.2 on your Operating System
Check OS Version
Open the Windows Search box and type “About your PC” and click on “Open“
Under Windows Specifications, check which edition and version of Windows your device is running
Enabling TLS 1.2 on your Operating System
If your operating system was manually changed to disable TLS 1.2 for some reason, you can verify or configure your system for TLS 1.2.
Before making any changes, create a backup of the registry:
In the Windows Registry Editor, locate and click the “Protocols registry key” or “subkey“ that needs to be backed up
Click “File”, then “Export”
In the Export Registry File dialog box, select the filename and location of where to save the backup
Click “Save”
After creating a backup of the registry, follow the steps below to enable TLS 1.2 on your system:
Click the Start menu, type “regedit” and press the Enter key. The Registry Editor window should be opened.
Navigate to follow the registry path: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\SecurityProviders\SCHANNEL\Protocols
Check if the subkey of TLS v1.2 is enabled for both the server and the client. Each protocol’s state is controlled by two keys: Enabled and DisabledByDefault
Make sure the Enabled value is 1 and the DisabledByDefault value is 0 or missing, the protocol is enabled.
If the Enabled value is 1 but the DisabledByDefault value is 1, the protocol is disabled by default – it will not be used unless another host explicitly requests it during negotiation.
If the Enabled value is 0, the protocol is disabled
Restart the system to ensure the new settings take effect
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DUO Mobile
Supported Duo Mobile applications running on supported OS versions will support TLS 1.2+ by default. If you are running a supported Duo Mobile application on a supported OS, no action is required.
Supported Android OS versions: Android 10.0 and greater
Supported iOS versions: iOS 14.0 and greater
Note
Using a mobile device with unsupported versions can still receive DUO push or generate one-time passcode as before, but it will prevent you from logging in to any systems that are accessed through our FDU Single Sign On Login Page.
Web Browsers
Common web browsers like Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Mozilla Firefox, Opera, etc. with their latest version are supporting TLS 1.2.
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If your browser was manually changed to disable TLS 1.2 for some reason, connection requests will fail. Please verify your browser is properly configured for TLS 1.2 with the suggested steps below.
Check TLS Support on a Web Browser
Chrome and Microsoft Edge
In the Windows menu search box, type “Internet Options”
In the Internet Properties window, on the Advanced tab, scroll down to the Security section
Make sure the “User TLS 1.2” checkbox is checked
Click “OK” and restart the browser
Mozilla Firefox
Open the Mozilla Firefox Browser
In the address bar, type “about:config” and press “Enter“
In the Search Field type “tls”. Find and double-click the entry for “security.tls. version. min”
Make sure the integer value is 3 to force a minimum protocol of TLS 1.2
Click “OK” and restart the browser
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We understand that upgrading your device is not always an option. In these instances, you can still use Duo Passcodes to perform multi-factor authentication.
To use this method, select “Enter a passcode” upon receiving your browser’s Duo security prompt
Next, open the Duo app and click “Show”. This will provide a six-digit passcode which you can enter into the browser prompt
Enter the six-digit passcode from the DUO app and click “Log in”
To maintain a secure and productive Microsoft Teams experience at Fairleigh Dickinson University, it’s important to understand how to manage external communication requests, recognize brand impersonation attempts, and report suspicious content. This guide offers clear, step-by-step instructions to help you stay secure while using Teams.
Managing Incoming Requests from External Users
To ensure your Teams environment remains secure, review and manage requests from individuals outside of FDU before accepting any communication.
Steps to Manage External User Requests:
Initial Notification: When someone outside FDU tries to initiate a chat, you will receive a notification indicating they are external to your organization
Review the Request: Examine the name and any provided details. Be cautious of unfamiliar or suspicious names
Choose an Action:
Click “Accept” if you recognize the individual and have a valid reason to communicate
Click “Block” if the person is unfamiliar or seems suspicious. Blocking prevents further contact
Protecting Against Brand Impersonation in Teams Chat
Microsoft Teams now detects potential brand impersonation attempts automatically. This feature alerts you if an external user’s message seems suspicious.
Steps to Protect Yourself:
First Message Analysis: Teams evaluates the external user’s name and email for impersonation risks
High-Risk Alert: If a potential threat is detected, Teams will display a prominent warning with one or more of the following:
The sender’s name or email resembles a known FDU entity
No previous communication history with the sender
The sender is outside your organization
Review the Message Content: Click “Preview their messages” and read the message carefully. Watch for urgent requests or unusual links/attachments
Second Warning (If Applicable): If you proceed to accept, Teams may display another warning about the associated risks
Make Your Decision: Use the alerts and message content to decide whether to continue the conversation
Reporting Suspicious Content
Reporting suspicious messages, calls, or users within Teams helps FDU’s security team manage potential threats effectively.
Reporting Messages from Internal User:
Hover Over the Message: Place your cursor over the suspicious message.
Click the “More options” (…) icon > More actions > Report this message.
In the dialog that opens, verify Security risk – Spam, phishing, malicious content is selected, then click “Report”
In the confirmation dialog, click “Close”
Reporting Messages from External Sender:
If you receive a suspicious message from an external sender (e.g., @outlook.com, @live.com), the “Report this message”option in Teams will not be available.
To report a suspicious message from an external source, you must create a SAMI support ticket:
Click “Get Support” button located at the bottom of this article
Create a support ticket and include all relevant details about the suspicious message
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.
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.
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:
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
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Your system hardware specifications may impact the performance of FDU Anywhere, such as systems with less than 8GB of memory.
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
Warning
The use of any VPN Software within FDU Anywhere is not allowed. Using a VPN client in FDU Anywhere may interrupt your session and disable your access for approximately 15 minutes.
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:
For the best overall experience using FDU Anywhere, Google Chrome is the browser of choice.
Use your FDU Credentials (NetID and associated password) to complete the login to the FDU Anywhere
General Lab
Note
When you login to the General Lab experience, it may take about 60 seconds to get to the desktop. This is because your profile is being created or loaded.
The selected app or desktop opens in a new browser tab
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Depending on your screen resolution, your desktop experience view may differ from the picture above.
Log Out of FDU Anywhere
Logging out is a critical step in making sure others continue to be able to easily accessFDU Anywhere services. To log out of FDU Anywhere, follow these steps:
Click the Windows “Start” button
Click your “Name“
Click “Sign Out“
On the upper left-hand side, click the “Hamburger” menu icon
Click “Log Out“
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.
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:
From the FDU Anywhere General Lab, single click on the “OneDrive” icon found on the Windows desktop
Enter your FDU NetID and click “Next”
Follow the FDU standard single sign-on prompts to complete the login process
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Your FDU NetID may already be filled in, just click Sign in.
You have successfully logged into OneDrive, click “Next“
Microsoft OneDrive may prompt you to backup your folders, click “Next” to skip this step
A brief overview will be given on OneDrive, to begin, click “Next“
When the tutorial is finished, click “Later“
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.
if you need to zip files to submit them to Webcampus, please follow these instructions:
Click the file or folder
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For macOS users, you can use the “Two Finger” click method on the trackpad in order to initiate the right click. For additional information, please see the link below for “FDU Anywhere – Keyboard Shortcuts”.
Click on 7-zip then click “Add to Archive“
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
Click “Start” on the taskbar on the left-hand side
Type “7zip” and click on 7-zip File Manager that appears
Navigate to the location of your saved file/folder and click to highlight, then click the “Add” button at the top
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.
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The zip archive could take some time depending on the size of the file. Once completed, the file will be in the same location as the folder is. You can then email or upload your file to your professor.
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:
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“.
Note
FDU Anywhere only allows copying from your personal computer into the FDU Anywhere desktop.
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.
Copy files from Windows OS Devices
Windows OS to FDU Anywhere
Highlight the text you want to copy from your computer
Press “CTRL+C” to copy the selected text
Move the cursor to the paste location in FDU Anywhere
Press “CTRL+V” to paste the text
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Copy Files from Apple OS Devices
Your macOS to FDU Anywhere
Highlight the text you want to copy from your computer
Press “COMMAND+C “to copy the selected text
macOS also supports “CTRL+C“
Tip
You may find it easier to use CTRL + C when copying content to FDU Anywhere, so you don’t have to switch back and forth between COMMAND + CTRL.
Move the cursor to the paste location in “FDU Anywhere“
Press “CTRL+V” to paste the text
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The copy and paste functions DO NOT work across all applications and browsers, including the copying and pasting of images. This is a limitation inherent in browser clipboards. We recommend the Google Chrome web browser for optimal clipboard capabilities.
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
Note
You may need to contact your internet service provider for help with rebooting your router and/or to configure your wireless settings correctly.
As part of an ongoing effort to combat phishing scams and enhance email security, the Office of Information Resources and Technology (OIRT) is implementing the Domain-based Message Authentication, Reporting & Conformance (DMARC) protocol. DMARC monitors mass mailing, hosted vendor applications, and mail servers used to send emails on behalf of the University (e.g., fdu.edu, wc.fdu.edu).
Important Email Delivery Requirements
For Individual FDU NetID Users
No action is required. You can continue to use Outlook as you normally would.
For Mass FDU Email Users
Fairleigh Dickinson University prioritizes information security and is enforcing these email authentication standards to ensure reliable and secure email delivery. All non-FDU services used by FDU users and departments must adhere to these best practices to ensure proper delivery of emails to FDU recipients. Failure to comply will result in email delivery failures.
If you plan to use any new service to send emails to FDU users, you must submit a DMARC Request form at least one month in advance. For any existing email delivery issues, submit a SAMI ticket.
As an FDU user, you generally won’t need to manage the technical details of DMARC unless specifically requested by OIRT. While DMARC is typically managed by your email provider, individuals or departments using external services like CRM tools (e.g., Constant Contact, MailChimp) for bulk emailing must ensure that DMARC is enabled within those platforms. This helps prevent messages from being marked as spam.
OIRT will provide guidance and work with the service provider after you submit a DMARC Request form.
For those interested in the technical aspects of this email security standard, continue reading below.
How DMARC Works
DMARC is an email authentication, policy, and reporting protocol that operates in two primary ways:
It detects unauthorized activity and specifies how to handle unauthorized emails (e.g., placing them in the spam folder).
It identifies legitimate senders, including emails sent by FDU or approved/verified email services.
DMARC uses two key technologies to verify emails:
Domain Keys Identified Mail (DKIM)
What is it?
Domain Keys Identified Mail (DKIM) verifies the identity of an email sender to prevent email spoofing. It acts as a unique electronic signature, allowing recipients to confirm that a message claiming to be from you was indeed sent by you.
Why is it important?
DKIM helps email hosts (e.g., Microsoft, Google) detect phishing attempts. By verifying the message’s signature, DKIM ensures that the sender address belongs to its rightful owner and confirms that the message has not been tampered with during transit.
How does it work?
DKIM adds a hidden, unique digital signature to your outgoing emails. A public “key” is published online under your domain or subdomain. When a recipient receives your email, their system uses this public key to verify the signature. If it matches, the email is confirmed as authentic and unaltered, helping it reach the inbox and preventing spoofing.
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Sender Policy Framework (SPF)
What is it?
Sender Policy Framework (SPF) is like a digital “authorized senders” list for a domain. When an email arrives, the recipient’s system checks whether the sending server is approved by the domain owner. If the server isn’t on the list, the email may be flagged as spam or rejected.
Why is it important?
SPF helps prevent spammers and phishers from forging the “from” address in email messages. It allows email hosts (e.g., Microsoft, Google) to verify that the server sending the email is authorized to send on behalf of the specified domain.
How does it work?
Your email provider (e.g., Microsoft 365) publishes a list of authorized servers that can send emails on behalf of your domain. When a recipient’s mail server receives a message, it checks this list to verify the sending server. If the server is authorized, the message is considered legitimate. If not, the recipient’s mail server may reject, quarantine, or flag the message as spam based on its policy.
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.
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Connecting to FDU-Secure is not supported on this login screen. Please use a wired connection while on campus.
Jamf Connect Interface Walkthrough
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
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Logging into Jamf Connect
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
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
Note
Any data stored under the old account will not be accessible if choose not to link it.
You will be prompted to enter the “existing password” for the local account. Click “Connect” to complete the link.
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Synchronize NETID Password via Jamf Connect App
The Jamf Connect app is used to synchronize domain credentials with the local machine credentials.
Enter your “FDU NETID” and “Password” and click the “Sign In” button
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
The FDU (Fairleigh Dickinson University) Self-Service Portal for Software is a a tool designed to enhance our community’s access to software and desktop related information. With the Self-Service Portal for Software, our Faculty and Staff can easily locate and install pre-loaded software onto FDU owned computers. Simply launch the portal and you will be presented with a variety of applications, each sanctioned and supplied by FDU. This portal will provide an easily searchable way to view all new applications made available to the user community, including Microsoft Teams, Cisco Jabber, the FDU VPN, and many more.
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How to Use and Access the FDU Self Service Portal for Software
Windows
Locate the FDU Self-Service Portal for Software icon on the desktop and double-click it to launch the application or…
Select the ‘Windows’ logo/start button on the bottom left of the desktop
Type ‘FDU Self Service Portalfor Software’ into the search bar
Left click ‘FDU Self Service Portalfor Software’ app to launch
FDU Self-Service Portal for Software on Windows Devices
To install a program, click on the name of the application, then click on the “Install” button to the right
A progress window will provide updates as the program is installed on your system. When complete, the Status column should indicate “Complete”
After the selected application finished downloading, it will automatically install and when completed, the status will show as “Completed”
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macOS
Open the ‘Applications’ folder and locate and click the ‘FDU Self Service Portal’ icon or…
Select the ‘Launchpad’ icon from the dock
Launchpad Icon
Type ‘FDU Self Service Portal‘
Click the ‘FDU Self Service Portal’ icon to launch
FDU Self-Service Portal for macOS Devices
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iOS & iPadOS
Find the ‘Self Service Portal’ app icon and tap to launch
FDU Self Service Portal App on iPadOS
FDU Self Service Portal App on iOS
Click ‘Install’ to install the requested item onto your device
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The Android version of the FDU Self Service Portal will be available in the future.
Once the FDU Self-Service Portal application is open, you may then continue to select and install your desired software application. You may also access and use any self-service troubleshooting solutions that are available to you from within the FDU Self-Service Portal as well.
FDU’s Single Sign-On (SSO) experience has been improved and OKTA is the primary Single Sign-On provider. OKTA will replace our “Legacy” SSO login page for all applications over time.
OKTA SSO Login Page
New and existing FDU NetID users who are logging into OKTA for the first time will need to finish setting up their multifactor authentication with DUO.
Enter your FDU NetID and click “Next“
Enter your FDU NetID Password and click “Sign In”
For existing users with DUO configured please skip to step 4. For new users please click “Setup” then “Enroll” to continue the process
For instructions on setting up DUO for the first time, refer to our “Quick Start Guide“
An alias is an additional email address that will direct mail to your FDU email account. Creating an alias for your account can be a useful strategy. For instance, if you are spearheading a project, it may be easier to solicit replies to an address that contains the name of the project than it would be to garner responses to your existing email address. If this solution interests you, please fill out the Email Alias form.
Due to the cavernous email storage offered on the Office365 platform, there has been little to no demand for FDU staff and faculty members to request an increased mail quota. Office365 email provides enough capacity for even our most prolific users. However, if special circumstances make you the exception to this rule, you can request a quota increase by completing the Quota request form.
FDU’s Acceptable Use Policy prohibits running software that accepts incoming connections from other computers. Programs such as BitTorrent or other P2P file sharing hosting program all contain server components that allow others to connect to your computer and retrieve files from your system. In addition to the legal implications of sharing copyrighted materials, file sharing software creates a security concern. Improper use of these programs could result in the compromise of your private files and may leave your system open to attacks from other computers.
Phishing involves the use of e-mail messages that appear to come from your bank or another trusted business in an attempt to scam the user into surrendering private information that will be used for identity theft. The phishing e-mail typically ask you to click a link to visit a Web site, where they are asked to update personal information, such as passwords and credit card, social security, and bank account numbers
Scammers have become increasingly sophisticated in creating fraudulent emails and Web sites that look authentic. These emails and Web sites often appear to be from legitimate companies and include images and logos of these organizations.
The Network ID (NetID) is a Windows Active Directory account uniquely assigned to each student, faculty & staff. It serves as your login to many computing and networking services including FDU Email.
In order to provide a safe and stable computing environment, the FDU-Wireless and FDU-Secure wireless networks require NetID authentication. However, in certain instances our students, staff and faculty members will need to work on campus with people from outside of our community. This can include vendors, contractors, visiting scholars, or even a visiting family member or friend. In these instances, the FDU community member can sponsor a guest for temporary wireless access. The sponsor of a guest account will be responsible for the actions of his or her guest. Please ensure that your guest(s) follow FDU’s Acceptable Use Policy for Computer Usage.
In order to provide a safe and secure network environment, FDU IT requires devices to authenticate to the FDU network before connecting. This works well for computing devices such as desktop computers, laptop computers, and mobile devices such as tablets and phones. Most other electronics, including gaming consoles and streaming video boxes, cannot properly authenticate to the network. In these instances, we ask you to register the device using the online form below. Please note that each user on our network is entitled to register up to 5 devices.
To access Forms, you will be directed to our SAMI Support Portal where you will be asked to log in using your NETID and authenticate using Duo. Once you click “Next,” you will be forwarded to samisupport.fdu.edu in a new window or tab.