Google Drive
Google Drive provides cloud file storage and dynamic video delivery for access.caltech users only. For FERPA compliance, content stored in G Suite Google Drive is only accessible to access.caltech users. Public links cannot be generated.
Google Drive and VPN
VPN is not required for cloud services such as Google Drive. For a better experience, IMSS recommends not connecting to VPN while using Google Drive.
Online Learning
- Lectures that get recorded will be stored in Google Drive or Zoom Cloud
- Students may upload their own recordings or other material to collaborate with other students or faculty
Log in Instructions
- Go to https://drive.google.com
I already have a personal Google account
- If you already use Google for a personal account, going to the link above will take you to your personal hangouts
- To add the Caltech hangout, go to the top right corner and click on your initials or profile picture
- Select Add another account
- Now follow the steps below "I do not have a personal Google account"
I do not have a personal Google account
- Go to https://drive.google.com
- Enter your Caltech username@caltech.edu, for example jsmith@caltech.edu
- NOTE: do not enter an alias or preferred email address such as john.smith@caltech.edu
- Click Next
- Enter your access.caltech username and password
- Click Login