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Introduction to SAIG: First-Time User Guide for Student Aid Internet Gateway

This session provides a comprehensive overview of the Student Aid Internet Gateway (SAIG) tailored for first-time users. Participants will learn about SAIG enrollment, key terminology, and an overview of SAIG system components, including EDconnect and TDClient. The session also covers how to add or modify destination points for TG numbers, the importance of firewalls, and offers tips for successful technical setup. Access essential resources and support channels to ensure effective usage of SAIG, critical for facilitating student aid communication.

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Introduction to SAIG: First-Time User Guide for Student Aid Internet Gateway

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  1. Session #44 First Time Student Aid Internet Gateway (SAIG) Users Reza Venegas Charlie Henkle Sue Rager

  2. Agenda • SAIG System Overview • SAIG Enrollment • Terminology • SAIG Suite Components • Review

  3. SAIG System Overview https://www.fsawebenroll.ed.gov SAIG Mailbox FSA Application Systems https://www.saigportal.ed.gov FMS COD CPS NSLDS eCDR CSB Mainframe & Midrange Users TDClient Postsecondary Institution SSL 3.0 State Scholarship/ Guaranty Agency Internet PC Users EDconnect 3rd Party Servicers SSL 3.0

  4. Enrollment on the Web To Enroll for SAIG Mailbox go to: https://www.fsawebenroll.ed.gov

  5. Enrollment • Select Add a new Destination Point (TG number/mailbox) to add a new TG number/mailbox • Select Modify existing services for a Destination Point to change or add services for a TG number/mailbox

  6. Terminology • TG Number • Destination Point Administrator (DPA)

  7. Terminology • Message class - used to identify type of data • SSCRXXIN – NSLDS Roster file (non cyclical) • IDSA08OP – ISIR data files for 2007-2008 cycle (cyclical) • Last 2 characters determine sender • IN – sent from school to application system • OP – sent from application system to school

  8. Terminology • Message Class Table • Firewall - barrier between computer & external source (Internet), hardware or software implemented • May prevent EDconnect or TDClient from communicating with SAIG

  9. SAIG Suite Components • EDconnect - PC software used to send and receive data. • TDClient– Mainframe and Mid-Range Client software used to send and receive data • TDCommunity Manager (TDCM) – Web tool used for viewing files transmitted through the mailboxing system

  10. EDconnect • Windows based software used to transmit TitleIV data. • Current version is 7.2 • Download software athttp://fsadownload.ed.gov/softedconnect.htm

  11. Firewall - open port 26581 to allow for outbound TCP/IP traffic EDconnect passwords User Password - EDconnect login only Network Password - SAIG mailbox Security Setup

  12. TDClient • Download the Host Communication Guide from the web at http://fsadownload.ed.gov/mainframeguide.htm • Request TDClient software via CPS/SAIG Technical Support at 800-330-5947 • Create JCL/Scripts to execute TDClient • Installation, setup questions? Contact CPS/SAIG Technical Support

  13. Supported Platforms • MVS OS/390 2.6+ & LE 1.9+ • OS/400 4.2+ • AIX 4.2+ • Sun Solaris 2.6+ • HPUX 10.2+

  14. TDCommunity Manager (TDCM) • Web Tool - view network traffic in your SAIG mailbox • Internet address: https://www.saigportal.ed.gov • Download the TDCM User’s Guide at http://fsadownload.ed.gov/softedconnect.htm

  15. TDCM Features • Monitors sent and received files • Provides filter and sort capabilities • Supports advanced search options • Can be used to restore files • View error detail to troubleshoot transmission errors

  16. Login Screen for TDCM • Username: enter TG and the five digit TG Number • Password: enter your SAIG Network password • Click Login

  17. Steps moving forward • Step 1: Web Enrollment • Step 2: Download software and documentation • EDconnect - PC user • TDClient – mainframe/midrange users • Step 3: Install software • Step 4: Setup and Testing

  18. Contact Information We appreciate your feedback and comments. We can be reached at: CPS/SAIG Technical Support • Phone: 800-330-5947 • Email: cpssaig@ed.gov Reza.Venegas@ed.gov

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