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Set Up OpenVPN
In some cases, setting up the VPN connection with conventional software (WatchGuard VPN Client) might not be possible. This guide describes setting up the VPN using OpenVPN, which should work in all cases. OpenVPN Download First, download an OpenVPN client and install it. Because OpenVPN is open-source software, there are many options available for each…
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Dell Advantage
HWR uses Dell Advantage, a benefits program that offers discounts on Dell products for students, faculty, and staff for personal use. The benefits include price reductions, free delivery, and returns. Procedure Go to the Dell Advantage homepage and register using your university email address. Valid domains are @hwr-berlin.de, @doz.hwr-berlin.de, and @stud.hwr-berlin.de.
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Password Change
This guide provides tips and instructions for changing your password for your central HWR credentials. Delete saved passwords First, you should delete all saved passwords from your devices because if you have old passwords saved and change your password nonetheless, it’s very easy for your account to get locked due to repeated incorrect logins. This…
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Connect Network Drives
This guide describes how you can access the network drives outside of HWR. By connecting to the HWR VPN, you gain access to various services that otherwise only function “inside” HWR. One of these services includes the network drives for data storage (H:, I:, P:, X:). This guide does not describe the setup of the…
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Forms
In our ticket system, a range of forms and contact options are available to help you resolve your concerns as quickly as possible. To use the applications and forms, as well as the ticket system, you must be connected to the university network (LAN) with your computer. Outside the university and in the eduroam Wi-Fi,…
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WIFI
The Wi-Fi connection at HWR Berlin is provided through the Education Roaming (eduroam) service of the German Research Network (DFN). To set up the connection, please use the eduroam Configuration Assistant Tool. eduroam Provision of Wi-Fi for mobile devices Within the opening hours of the HWR buildings All members of HWR Berlin Guests with university-specific…
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Online Surveys (Unipark)
With Unipark, HWR provides a data protection-compliant and browser-based software for creating questionnaire-based surveys, e.g., for scientific theses. Unipark Online survey tool for scientific applications 24/7 except during maintenance times All members of HWR Berlin Service type: Advanced – License +49 (0)30 30877-2525 und it-hotline@hwr-berlin.de