Connect to Library Resources

Most of our e-journals, e-books, databases, and electronic reserve materials are restricted, which means only current UC San Diego faculty, staff, and students can use them.To do so, sign into the UCSD-Protected or ResNet wifi networks or connect to the UC San Diego VPN (when off-campus).

If you want to confirm your network connection, click the "Am I connected?" button below. Additional troubleshooting tips are provided in case of unexpected connection issues.

Note: If you are off-campus, you must configure your electronic device (smartphone, tablet, laptop, or desktop computer) to use the VPN AnyConnect. Instructions for connecting with the UC San Diego VPN can be found below.

Check your Connection

Configure UC San Diego VPN for Off-Campus Access

VPN AnyConnect is the preferred way to access the Library's resources from off campus.To download and use VPN AnyConnect, you'll need an Active Directory (AD) username and password, and permission to install software on your device.

Download VPN AnyConnect

Important Note

Select 2-Step Secured - Allthruucsd from the "Group" drop-down menu when authenticating.

Note: 2-Step login is required for faculty, staff, and student VPN connections.

The UC San Diego Health and Health Science VPN also provides off campus access to resources the Library provides. Instructions and assistance for UC San Diego Health and Health Science VPN users can be found in the Pulse intranet.

Username & Password

A UC San Diego username and password is required to use VPN services. See the UC San Diego Active Directory (or AD) Password Change Tool if you don't know your password.

Connect to Protected Wi-Fi for On-Campus Access

If you are located on-campus, make sure that you are connected to the UCSD-Protected wifi network. UCSD networks such as UCSD-Protected, and Resnet-Protected will work; UCSD-Guest will not.

You can also access electronic resources on campus computers including those in computer labs.

Questions?

For help with connecting to the UCSD-Protected wifi, or connecting from off-campus using the VPN, contact the ITS Service Desk.

For more information about using library resources, Ask a Librarian.