How Do I Access SAS/Stata? (SMVSTATA01)

Explanation

Several JSOM courses require students to access SAS or Stata software suites to complete assignments. This is accomplished via remote desktop connection to a server with these software suites pre-installed. These servers are managed and supported by JSOM Technology and Facilities Services. 

Note: The servers are only available to JSOM staff, faculty, and students currently enrolled in courses requiring access to these software suites.

Connect to Remote Server

  1. Connect to CometNet, the campus wired network, or UTD VPN.
  2. Open Microsoft Remote Desktop Connection.
  3. Enter the full address of the server in the Computer field. (Ex: SMVSTAT01.campus.ad.utdallas.edu)
    • Your instructor will provide the name of the server you should connect to.

Remote desktop connection dialog box.

  1. Click Connect.
  2. Enter CAMPUS\NetID as the username and your UTD password and select OK.
    • You may have to click More choices > Use a Different Account on personal computers.
    • You must specify "servername.campus.ad.utdallas.edu" on personal devices.
    • "servername.utdallas.edu" will not work.
      Windows Security dialog box to enter user credentials.

Troubleshooting & Support

If you encounter issues accessing the SAS/Stata remote servers, please do the following:

  • Verify the server name has been entered correctly.
  • Verify you're attempting to access the correct server for your class.
  • Verify you're using an on-campus network connection or VPN.

If you are still encountering issues, please reach out to the  SOM Helpdesk with the following information:

  • The Server Name you are attempting to access
  • Course Number
  • Screenshot of the error
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