Desktop@UCL for staff: How to log in to a Desktop@UCL managed machine
How to log in using a Desktop @ UCL managed desktop or laptop computer.
This guide is aimed at
- Staff
Before you start...
You will require a Desktop @ UCL managed PC or laptop that is been set up for you by ISD.
Instructions
Once your machine boots into Windows 7 you will be presented with the initial desktop screen:

Fig 1 - Initial log in screen
press CTRL+ALT+DELETE
You will then see the main login screen

Fig 2 - Log in screen
Using a desktop computer or laptop connected via a wired connection at UCL
1. In the username box enter your UCL user id e.g. uczzabc
2. Enter your UCL password in the password box
3. Click the log in button
Using a laptop via an eduroam Wi-Fi connection
1. In the username box enter your UCL user id e.g. uczzabc
2. Enter your UCL password in the password box
3. Underneath the text that says Windows will try and connect to eduroam enter the following:
- Domain\Network Username - your UCL userid @ ucl.ac.uk e.g. uczzabc@ucl.ac.uk
- Network Password - your usual UCL password
4. Click the log in button
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Help & Support
For further help and assistance you will need to contact the IT Services.