New User Checklist

Below is a general checklist of items to complete for incoming staff and students.

1. Register for a g.ucla.edu (google) account:
   • https://g.ucla.edu/
2. Install and configure VPN on your personal computer:
   • https://it.ucla.edu/it-support-center/services/virtual-private-network-vpn-clients
3. Complete CITI research training:
   • https://ohrpp.research.ucla.edu/citi-training/
4. If your lab uses the Hoffman2 cluster for data processing:
   1. Register for a Hoffman2 account:
      • https://www.hoffman2.idre.ucla.edu/Accounts/Requesting-an-account.html
   2. Download X2Go:
      • https://wiki.x2go.org/doku.php/doc:installation:x2goclient
   3. Configure X2Go for remote desktop access to Hoffman2:
      • https://www.hoffman2.idre.ucla.edu/Using-H2/Connecting/Connecting.html#x2go-client
5. Complete any UCLA Health training certifications listed under “My Transcript” (requires AD/Mednet ID):
   • https://uclahealth.csod.com/samldefault.aspx
6. Complete MRI and/or EEG Certification
   • For MRI safety certification, please enroll in the new BruinLearn safety and training course. The enrollment link can be provided to you by your lab manager or through the CCN email list/slack channel.
   • The process will consist of several exams (on the BruinLearn module) and training sessions (in person) to get familiar with safety equipment and basic operations