Accessing the Russell Project Server

Only authorized users are allowed to access the project server.  If you have any questions about your access, please contact the project manager.

Please make sure you have met the perquisites for Setting Up Remote Access and the UT VPN Client is installed.

Please make sure you have configured the Remote Desktop App and have been added to the server. If you are a new user, please submit a ticket to help@prc.utexas.edu to be added to the group server. 

 VPN Group and Project Server Information


  1. Locate the VPN Client icon and connect to the UT VPN.
  2. When VPN starts for the first time, it will ask for the VPN server name—type in vpn.utexas.edu/vpn-russell. Click connect.



  3. Next, type in your EID credentials in the UTexas portal.
    1. UT EID: YourEID
    2. Password: Enter your EID password.


4. Duo Passcode: Type the verification code on your device to approve the connection.


5. The VPN will connect successfully.