What is Secure Access?
Secure Access allows you to connect to various Dartmouth Health computer resources when you are not in the office.
When would I use Secure Access?
There may be times when you need to check your email, or engage in other work activities when you are away from the office. Secure Access allows you to run various computer programs and access files when you are not in the office, in a way that does not compromise the organization’s commitment to privacy and security.
What is a “managed” computer or device?
A managed computer or device is one that:
- Was purchased and issued to you by Dartmouth Health
- Is managed and maintained by User Support
- Has a sticker on it with a unique device ID
What is an “unmanaged” computer or device?
An unmanaged computer or device is one that:
- Was not purchased and issued to you by Dartmouth Health
- Is not managed or maintained by User Support
- Does not have a sticker on it with a unique device ID
What applications can I use with Secure Access?
When you connect to the network using Secure Access, you can use:
- eDH, eDH test server (Playground)
- Dragon Dictation
- Halogen eLearning
- Employee Self-Service: paycheck, personal details, W-2
- eTime
- Intranet
- Occurrence Reporting (OWLS)
- Library Information Resources from the Biomedical Libraries
- Microsoft Office: Excel, PowerPoint and Word
- Terminal Systems, which includes DH1, DH8i, DH11i, and DH9i
- Utilities and My Files, which includes your network drives (H and I drives)
- Your email (Outlook)
- Your SharePoint sites
Other resources may be available depending on the requirement of your particular job. If you don’t see an app that you normally use, and it should be available for your remote office, contact the User Support Help Desk for your location.
What applications or functions are unavailable in Secure Access?
- An unmanaged or home computer cannot be used to e-prescribe controlled substances, or for printing from eDH. E-prescribe works for non-controlled substances.
- You cannot cut and paste between the files that are open on your computer and files that are open in Secure Access.
- You cannot use Secure Print from a remote office.
- Only one application may be used at a time in Workspace Light.
- Most Kerberos web applications
- HDRS
- ImageCast
Will I need to install software on my computer in order to use Secure Access?
If you are using a work-issued computer or device, you do not need to install anything. Simply go to dhapps.hitchcock.org to log in. Get log in directions. If you are using a personal computer or any device that is not managed by D-H User Support, you will need to install a plug-in before using Secure Access for the first time.
How do I install Secure Access?
If you are using a work-issued computer or device, you do not need to install anything. Simply go to dhapps.hitchcock.org to log in. Get log in directions. If you are using a personal computer or any device that is not managed by User Support, you will need to install a plug-in before using Secure Access for the first time.
Will I be able to use Secure Access on a Macintosh computer?
Dartmouth Health applications are designed to work on Windows operating systems. We are unable to provide support for applications on Macintosh computers. However, there is a Secure Access plug-in that you can use on a personal Macintosh computer or device. Learn more about the plug-in.
Will applications be slower via Secure Access than if they were installed on my computer?
Most applications will run faster using Secure Access than directly installed on a PCs. It takes a few seconds to launch the first application or service from the Secure Access launch window. Subsequent applications launch instantly.
Can I use Secure Access open and change documents on my H, I, and J drives?
Yes you will be able to access your H, I, and J: drives. However, you will need to mount them in your Secure Access launch window one time. See Accessing your H and I drives.
In the Secure Access window there are two options, “Disconnect” and “Sign Out.” What is the difference?
“Sign Out” closes all applications. If you “Disconnect,” your application sessions will remain open, but the Secure Access window will close. When you reconnect, your session will start up where you disconnected last.
I currently use VPN (virtual private network) to connect to the network when I am out of the office. Can I still use VPN?
We encourage all employees to use Secure Access instead of VPN. Please contact User Support if you have additional questions about VPN.
I have so many logins to remember. Will I need a new login and password to use Secure Access?
No. Secure Access uses your Windows username and password to authenticate you. This is the same login you use to get into Outlook Web Access or eTime.