This page provides information about remote control of the Mid-IR beamline workstations with NoMachine.
Connecting to the instrument computer
Connection to instrument computers are done using the software NoMachine. There are two ways to access NoMachine:
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through a web browser or
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by installing the NoMachine Enterprise Client.
Web Browser
Visit the following webpage on your computer: sra.lightsource.ca
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Enter the credentials supplied by the beamline staff:
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Username: Provided
nm-account -
Password: Corresponding password
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Continue through the remaining prompts by selecting OK and Do Not Show Again where applicable. Leave all default settings unchanged.
NoMachine Client
Install NoMachine Enterprise Client:
Before beam time please download and install NoMachine Enterprise Client:
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On your PC, navigate to: https://download.nomachine.com/enterprise/?product=enterprise-client
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Follow the download instructions for the NoMachine Enterprise Client appropriate to your computer and operating system
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Install the Client onto your computer
Setup your connection:
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Start NoMachine Enterprise Client
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Select Add under machines → Add connection
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Set connection settings:
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Name: your choice
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Host Address:
sra.lightsource.ca -
Port Number:
4000 -
Protocol:
NX
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Uncheck the UDP box and click Add
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If prompted about proxy settings, choose Don’t use a proxy (unless you are on a proxied network), Continue
Logging into the Beamline Computer:
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Double-click the new connection to launch it.
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Enter Username and Password**
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Enter the
nm-username and password provided by your beamline staff.
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Accept the presented certificate fingerprint.
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Double-Click the new connection to launch it.
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Username/Password: The
nm-user and password. -
Click OK to all prompts and Do Not Show Again – do not adjust any settings.
**At the beginning of your beamtime you will be provided with the instrument username and a password enabling remote access for the duration of your beamtime.