If you are working remotely, the steps below MUST be completed by logging into the DHS VDI system or by remoting into a DHS computer.
The Informatics Core will create your shared folder on the DHS intranet for file transfer. Only the DHS Investigator is allowed access to the DHS Shared Folder. This folder will be the only secure pathway for the transfer of all incoming DHS reearch data and the delivery of outgoing data. If you have already provided your C# or E# and submitted your Network Request Form to the DHS Helpdesk and avazquez@dhs.lacounty.gov, and have received notification from our staff that your folder is ready to be mapped, please follow these steps:
Log in to the DHS VDI: https://mydesktopdc1.dhs.lacounty.gov/portal/?includeNativeClientLaunch=true using your DHS email and password.
Click on the folder icon at the bottom of the desktop.
3. In “This PC,” Click on the computer tab at the top of the window and select Map Network Drive.
4. In the drop-down, ensure you choose whichever letter has the LAC text populated next to it.
5. In the path, please enter the FULL path for your specific DHS folder. For instance, if your DHS folder name is HS-00-0000 - Test you must enter: \\hosted.lac.com\ha\shares\HSA-Informatics Core\HS-00-0000 - Test. This address is case and space sensitive!
6. Click Yes to all of the following messages that prompt after hitting finished.
7. After mapping, the DHS Shared Drive will appear in your Folder icon automatically when you click “This PC” and look under “Network Locations.” The Shared Drive folder should now be available for use. Once we complete your research data request, you may access your data in the Outgoing sub-Folder. If you would like assistance mapping this DHS folder, please call DHS Helpdesk IT 323-409-8000 or let avazquez@dhs.lacounty.govknow.