Accessing Ivanti Endpoint Manager

Note: MacOS devices will be moved to the Jamf Management Platform in October-November 2023.

All SMU Windows PCs should have the Ivanti agent installed by default.  This agent not only provides inventory tracking, but also assists in software deployment and critical security patching.  Applications that are available for faculty and staff to install without any additional cost are published to Workspaces for download and installation on client computers whenever possible.  This allows faculty and staff to install the software as needed and to choose the time of installation.

Accessing Ivanti Portal Manager (Windows OS)

Please Note: If you are attempting to install software from off-campus, you will need to be connected to VPN prior to initiating the install process on your system. You can find additional information about using the SMU VPN at smu.edu/vpn.

  1. From the windows start menu, launch "Portal Manager" (located within the Ivanti Management Program group)
  2. Login using your SMU ID number and password.
  3. Locate the software that you need to install and click the Install button at the bottom of the application name.
  4. Reboot requirements and estimated download time can be found by clicking the information icon for each application in the lower right corner.
  5. Your software will be begin to download and install.

Accessing Ivanti Portal Manager (macOS, Phasing Out)

Please Note: If you are attempting to install software from off-campus, you will need to be connected to VPN prior to initiating the install process on your system. You can find additional information about using the SMU VPN at smu.edu/vpn.

  1. Use Spotlight search, or launch "Portal Manager" directly from your Mac OS Applications folder.
  2. Login using your SMU ID number and password.  (Please note: the server field can remain blank)
  3. Locate the software that you need to install and click the Install button at the bottom of the application name.
  4. Reboot requirements and estimated download time can be found by clicking the information icon for each application in the lower right corner.
  5. Your software will be begin to download and install.

If you do not see Ivanti available on your system, please contact the IT Help Desk.

Accessing Limited Licenses

Several software applications are available for faculty and staff that may be limited in the number of licenses available. These applications are published to Workspaces on a per request basis, please submit a IT General Request in STABLE to obtain a copy for download. 

Each request will be assigned to the appropriate group to authorize the installation for your SMU Computer.

Accessing Non-Managed Licenses

For software licensing not maintained by OIT,  a product license must be purchased by the department before the application can be installed. OIT can help to obtain a purchase quote and make the product available for designated systems. Please submit such requests in an IT General Request in STABLE.

Work-at-Home Software

Faculty and Staff may obtain copies of select software applications for installation on a home computer under the Work at Home rights.  This software must be removed from the home machines upon termination or retirement from the University.

Go to to purchase and download your copy of the software.

Adobe

  • Creative Cloud (Students Only)

Mathematica

Sas 9.4 and JMP professional