This guide will walk you through the steps required to install Aquira for the first time.
Any user may install Aquira, there is no Administrator password required
You must be on a Northwestern Network or Global Protect VPN to install Aquira
Open a new File Explorer window and Copy+Paste the following into the address bar (you may also be able to click the link)
\\nwm-aq-2go.ad.unwsp.org\OneClick\
Double-click “Aquira” to begin the installation
An Application Security Warning will pop up - click “Install”
Aquira will begin installing. This process can take ~5 minutes depending on network speed
You MAY see a second Microsoft Defender Security warning. Click “More info” then “Run Anyway”
Login - Aquira
Aquira User Accounts and VPN access are managed by Derek Murphey - please make sure you have an account before attempting to log in
Once you are at the Aquira “Login” page, 3 things will ensure a successful login
Check the “Use Windows Login” Box
Leave the Login Name exactly as populated (including EMP\ or RAD\)
Use your Northwestern Password
DO NOT retype your password if you receive a Windows Security popup after clicking OK. Click “Cancel” acknowledge the error and try your password again in Aquira.
