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MCC Daily Tribune

Prevent Expiring Software Licenses While Working Remotely

To keep the software licenses for Windows and Office up to date Tech Support recommends connecting to MCC servers once a month using Cisco AnyConnect VPN.  By connecting to MCC servers, the Windows 10 and Microsoft Office licensing will be kept current. Connecting will also allow you to update your password on the MCC computer. 

Connecting with the VPN 

To connect using the VPN go to your Windows search bar and type in “Cisco AnyConnect.” “Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client” app will pop up. Click on it. There is a field that should have “myvpn.monroecc.edu” in it. If it is blank type "myvpn.monroecc.edu” in the field. Next hit the “Connect” button. Enter your username and password (you do not need the @monroecc.edu in your username). Next, click the “Accept” button. Once AnyConnect VPN says you are connected, you have connected to MCC servers and the licenses will refresh automatically. 

Update Computer Password 

When your password expires for MCC, it may not change on the MCC computer because you have not connected to MCC servers. Once connected, the server will see the password on the computer is out of date. Then you will get a message asking that you lock the computer and sign back in. When signing back in use your new password. This will update the password on the computer.  

There are several ways to lock the computer. One way is to hit the Windows logo key and the ‘L’ key on your keyboard at the same time. The Windows logo key on the keyboard looks like the Start button at the left edge of the taskbar You can find the Windows logo key in the same row as your spacebar.   

The other way to lock the computer is to click on the Start button and click on the grey circle above power and settings. “Lock” is one of the choices that will pop up when you click on the grey circle. Click on “Lock” and then sign into the computer with your new password.  

Christine Gallion
Communications and Network Services
02/08/2021