Traditionally the recommended way to access servers like Unity from off-campus was via the VPN (Virtual Private Network):

https://osuasc.teamdynamix.com/TDClient/1929/Portal/KB/ArticleDet?ID=14542

and this is still the recommended way to access file servers.

However the VPN is currently being overwhelmed, and connections are slow or disrupted.

In order to ease congestion, and obtain more stable connections, those requiring ssh access should use the “jump host”:

https://osuasc.teamdynamix.com/TDClient/1929/Portal/KB/ArticleDet?ID=29849

In the past, you had to complete a Jump Host Access service request, but all Unity users have been automatically signed up for this service.

If you need ssh access, and are not a Unity user, you can contact me and I will have you added to the access list.

It’s basically a very simple process.

$ ssh name.#@jump.asc.ohio-state.edu

complete dual authentication, then from there:

[name.#@jump ~]$ ssh name.#@unity.asc.ohio-state.edu

or whatever other university server you want to access, using your OSU password throughout.

Don’t hesitate to contact me if you have questions or issues.