Browser-specific configuration is required to access SUL's restricted databases, electronic journals, or e-books from off-campus locations. These pages offer instructions for various operating systems and web browsers.
Windows - Internet Explorer
Configuring Internet Explorer 8.x / 9.x on Windows for off-campus access
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IE 8.x - Click Tools in the browser menu bar.
IE 9.x - Click on the gear icon in the browser toolbar. - Click on Internet Options.
- Click the Connections tab.
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For DSL or Cable Modem Internet connections – Click on LAN Settings.
For Dial-up Internet Connections – Select your Dial-up Setting, then click on Settings. - Select the Use automatic configuration script checkbox.
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Enter this URL in the Address box. (This URL must be copied exactly with no spaces):
http://pac.stanford.edu/suproxy.pac
- Uncheck all other checkboxes in this window.
- Click OK, click Apply, then close all configuration windows.
Note about on-campus access
With your browser configured as described above, you will be prompted for your SUNet ID and password each time you access a licensed resource, even when you are on campus. If you would prefer to avoid this, revert your browser settings as follows:
- Return to the Automatic Configuration window as described above.
- Uncheck the Use Automatic Configuration Script checkbox.
- Click OK, click Apply, then close all configuration windows.