Access to Library Databases from Home Off-campus access to library databases is available only to currently enrolled students, faculty and staff. Access may be obtained by establishing a connection to the UCCS network: There are two methods to establish a connection to the UCCS network: Off-campus Dial-up set-up (requires modem). Instructions Library Virtual Private Network (VPN).   The Library VPN is recommended for users with high speed internet connections or for students who do not have a local phone number (area code 719). Select the instructions appropriate to your software configuration by going to the IT Helpdesk or select from the links below: Windows Vista Windows XP Windows 2000 Windows Me Windows 98 Macintosh OS 10.4 Macintosh OS 10.2 and 10.3   Note: Firewalls and routers may interfere with a VPN connection. If your VPN will not connect, disable the firewall or bypass the router to verify these aren't the problem. Most corporations and school districts use firewalls to protect their systems. Using VPN at your jobsite typically will not work. If you need further information or are having connection problems, call the IT Helpdesk at 719-262-3536.  They are open Monday - Friday from 8am to 5pm. Please report broken links to: refdesk This page was last updated: 10/03/2007 © 2003 University of Colorado at Colorado Springs