Remote access to LMCB analysis computers
- Andrew Vaughan
We are currently using the software NoMachine to remotely access analysis PCs because it permits the use of software protected by USB licence dongles (e.g. Zeiss Zen, Nikon NIS-Elements).
Booking is compulsory
You must book the computer for all the time you need to use, whether you are using the machine remotely or not. If you are using the computer and someone else has booked it for that time, then they can log you out and start their session, so please make sure you book sufficient time. If you think you're going to go over the time you've booked then either book some more time or alert the following user; they may allow you to continue.
You must be connected to the LMCB network to access the analysis PCs. If you are not directly plugged into a network socket you will need to connect to the LMCB VPN. You will need the IP address and login details of the computer you want to use. Please use the emails below to ask for the details of the respective computers.
Computer | Contact | |
Deep Thought, Orac, Zen | Andrew Vaughan | |
Beast, Son of Beast | Jemima Burden |
Install NoMachine and create a new connection
- Download NoMachine from the following website and install it on your computer: https://www.nomachine.com/
- Open NoMachine and click Continue
- Click the New button to create a new connection
- Select the NX protocol and click Continue
- Type the computer’s IP address in the Host field
- Choose Password authentication
- Don’t use a Proxy
- Give the connection a memorable name and click Done
- The connection icon will be in Recent Connections each time you open NoMachine
- Double-click the icon for your connection or click the Connect button
- Type in the username and password for the computer