Logging In

WebLink Modules

• Accessing a file share
• Adding a file share
• Copying files to a file share

• Installing the Remote Desktop Agent (RDA)
• Accessing a PC remotely

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Logging In

When you log in to WebLink with your unique EarthLink VPN username and password, WebLink gives you access to you company email, files, and apllications, in a secure enviroment.

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Obtaining your username and password

Your username and password,are set by your compan's VPN administrator. In most cases, your username is your corporate email address or you corporate network login. Your password is usually your corporate network password.

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Login problems

If you do not know your EarthLink VPN username and password, or if you have any other problems logging in to WebLink, contact your company's VPN administrator.

After you enter your username and password, the progress page appears. Depending on the speed of your Internet connection, WebLink may take a few minutes to load.

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Virus protection

While WebLink is loading, you may notice a message regarding anti-virus software. If you log in but do not have antivirus software installed, WebLink will offer to install a free copy of McAfee anti-virus software. WebLink will check to make sure that your anti-virus program is running, scan for known viruses, and remove known viruses.

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Spyware protection

During login, WebLink also checks to make sure you have anti-spyware software installed. Spyware is software that tracks your online activities withour your knowledge and presents a significant security risk. To help avoid spyware, WebLink will download and install a free copy of Spybot Search & Destroy on your computer. WebLink will also scan for and remove spyware on you PC as well as automaticaly update spyware definitions files to protect you against the lastest threats.

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Weblink Modules

The WebLink main page displays several boxes, or "preview panes," for WebLink's Five modules: Intranet, Applications, Email, File Shares, and Remote Desktop.

Generally speaking, each preview pane contains only the most commonly used features for that module. To access the full module, use one of these methods:

• Click the More link in the lower-right corner of the preview pane.
• Click the title bar of a preview pane.
• Click the module's name in the navigation bar at the top of any WebLink page.

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Intranet Module

The bookmarks listed in the Intranet Module are chosen by your VPN administrator. However the intranet Module also allows you to visit other intranet sites and add your own bookmarks.

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Visiting other intranet sites

You can access other intranet sites either through the Intranet Module's preview pane or with in the module itself:

1. Type the site's address in the Address field.
2. Click Go.

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Adding your own intranet bookmarks

1. If you are not already in the Intranet Module, click More in the Intranet Module preview pane.
2. Click Manage Bookmarks in the Personal Bookmarks section.
3. In the Add Bookmark section, type the site's name and address (URL) in the appropriate fields.
4. Select a category from the pull-down menu. Note: ifyou have not added at least one category, you may recieve an error message when trying to add a bookmark.
5. Click the Create button.

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Adding a bookmark category

Categories help you organize your bookmarks. The categories you create appear in the Personal Bookmarks section of the Intranet Module. To create a category:

1. If you are not already in the Intranet Module, click More in the Intranet Module preview pane.
2. Click Manage Bookmarks in the Personal Bookmarks section.
3. Type a name for your category in the Category field.
4. Click the Create button.

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Deleting bookmarks and categories

1. If you are not already in the Intranet Module, click More in the Intranet Module preview pane.
2. Click Manage Bookmarks in the Personal Bookmarks section.
3. In the Remove Bookmarks section, check the box next to each bookmark and category you want to delete. Note: If you delete a category, all bookmarks in that category will be deleted.
4. Click the Remove button.

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Application Module

The Applications Module contains the applications available to you, as chosen by your company's VPN administrator. The module's preview pane shows pre-configured application profiles that are ready for your use. Simply click the profile to use that application.

Clicking More displays the full Applications Module, where you can create your own profiles, download and install any applications you do not already have on your computer, and more.

For help creating profiles other than those already configured for you, or to use any of the advanced features of the Applications Module, contact your VPN administrator.

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Email Module

The email module allows you to access your corporate email from any Web-enabled PC. Simply click the Web Mail Access link shown in the module's preview pane. A new browser window will launch, giving you full email access.

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File Shares Module

The File Shares Module is usually pre-configured by your VPN administrator and lists company file shares you are allowed to access. Because you access the shares through your browser, no drive-mapping or network configuration is required.

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Accessing a file share

1. Click the share's name in either the module's preview pane (which lists recently used shares) or the full module.
2. Type the username and password you normally use to access the share.
3. Click the Connect button.

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Adding a File Share

In addition to the file shares your administrator has made available, you can add other shares to the File Shares Module. Please note that you must know the address of the file share and also have appropriate permissions for the share:

1. If you are not already in the File Shares Module, click More in the File Shares Module preview pane.
2. In the section Connect to a New File Share, type the share's address and name, along with the username and password you normally use to access the share.
3. Click the Connect button.

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Copying files to a file share

To copy files from the remote computer you're working on to a corporate file share:

1. After accessing a file share, click the folder you wish to copy files into.

2. Click the Browse button which at the top of the page.

3. Locate the file you wish to upload, select it, and click Open. You will see the file's name in the text box next to the Browse button

4. Click Upload File. You should now see the file you copied in the file list.

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Remote Desktop Module

This module allows you to access an office PC from a remote location using any Enhanced Mode capable Web browser (Microsoft Internet Explorer or Safari Mac). With Remote Desktop, you can use your keyboard and mouse as if you were sitting directly in front of the office PC.

You also use this module to install and configure the Remote Desktop Agent (RDA) on your office PC so that you can remotely control it.

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Installing the Remote Desktop Agent (RDA)

Before you can control an office PC remotely, you must install the RDA on the office PC:

1. Log in to WebLink from the office computer you want to control remotely.

2. In either the Remote Desktop Module or its preview pane, click the Install a new Remote Desktop Agent link.

3. Click the Install Now icon.

4. As soon as the RDA is downloaded, it will run automatically. Follow the instructions on your screen to install it. You will be asked to enter the following:

• Computer name: This is the name and link you will see in the Remote Desktop Module in Weblink. Choose a name that is meaningful to you.
• Agent password: This the password you will be asked to enter when you want to connect to this PC. This is different from your EarthLink VPN password or the password you might normally use to log in to the office PC.

5. Click Next.

6. Enter your Earthlink VPN username and password. (This is the same username and password you use to log in to WebLink.)

7. Click Next, then click Finish.

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Accessing a PC remotely

After you install the RDA on an office PC:

1. Log in to WebLink from a remote computer.
2. In the Remote Desktop Module, click an office computer's name.
3. Enter the password you created when you installed the RDA on the office PC.

The desktop of your office PC will then display in your browser window.

Note: Because you are accessing the office PC through a secure Internet connection, the screen will refresh more slowly than it does when you are using the office PC directly.

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WebLink Navigation Bar

At the top of every WebLink screen, you will find a number of useful links. Along with a link for each module (Applications, File Shares, Intranet, Email, and Remote Desktop), these links include:

• Preferences: Click this link to customize the following:
• Desktop appearance: Choose a wallpaper image and alignment, as well as a desktop color. These settings will apply only when you log in to EarthLink VPNLink.
• Intranet Access Method: Choose a setting based on the Web browser you are using to access WebLink.
• User Information: Update your contact information or change your EarthLink VPN password.

• Sign Off: Clicking this link will sign you out of WebLink. For security purposes, it is important to sign out when you are finished using WebLink, especially if you are using a computer that other people have access to.

• Contact Us: Click here for support information

• WebLink: Click this link to return to the WebLink main page. As you navigate though the site, more links will appear next to WebLink that you can click to quickly access other parts of the site.

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