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Frequently Asked Questions


I don't know my username


I dont know my Windows login details for the lab machines

  • Use your dcu email address and password. For example: joe.bloggs@mail.dcu.ie

I dont know my Linux log in details for the lab machines

  • Use your username. If you're unsure of it, you can find it by visiting the site mydetails or by using the https://termcast.computing.dcu.ie website. On Termcast, your username will be everything that appears before the "@" symbol.

How do I reset my password?


I cannot login to the lab machine (Linux and/or Windows)

  • Do you type in your username or email address and password but it just brings you back to the start screen? You should email us, support@computing.dcu.ie. Include your username, email address, and the machine ID or the lab ID.

I can't log into Eduroam


Gitlab Error: "remote: HTTP Basic: Access denied."

  • Gitlab Error: "remote: HTTP Basic: Access denied. The provided password or token is incorrect or your account has 2FA enabled and you must use a personal access token instead of a password."

  • Solution: You can reset your password by clicking here: https://password.computing.dcu.ie.

  • Please note that you can set the new password to the same as your current one if you prefer.
  • Additionally, make sure you're using the correct username when cloning / checking into the repository: https://mydetails.computing.dcu.ie