Frequently Asked Questions

If you have a question that is not on the list below, you can look for the information you want by using the SEARCH box at the top of this page.

How do I access the FGV Students Wi-Fi network in another FGV building? Do I have to type in my login name and password again?

1.    Run the “Update Password – Validate User” app (https://resetsenha.fgv.br) or use this link for access.
2.    Enter your FGV Access Account name in the “FGV Access Account” space and click “Send.”
3.    A message will be sent to your personal email address (specified during matriculation), containing a link and a code allowing you to register your password. The time taken to receive this message will depend on the quantity of activities in both the email system that sends it (FGV’s) and the one that receives it. If you do not receive this message, access Students Online to check whether your email address is correct and to rectify it if necessary. Another option is to contact the Secretary’s Office for help.
4.    After you open the message, click the “SET NEW PASSWORD” button or use the link below the button and wait to be redirected to the password registration page.
5.    On the following page, “Update Password – Register New Password,” type in your new password twice, click “Send” and wait to see the registration confirmation screen.

Note: You can also find this step-by-step guide on this website in the Change Password section.

How can I register/alter my FGV Access Account password if I receive an error message?

Students’ Access Account passwords must be created in line with the password setting policy stipulated here

How can I finish activating my FGV Access Account if I do not see the confirmation screen?

You should try to access one of FGV’s ICT resources (the FGV Students Wi-Fi network, a laboratory computer, etc.) using your account and new password. If you are unable to do this, repeat the procedure for changing your password. If the problem persists, request support from LEPI (Sao Paulo), NGSA (Rio de Janeiro) or ICT Support (Brasilia). In other locations, you can contact the Service Desk by calling 21 3799 2300, 11 3799 3400 or 61 3799 8100.

How can I continue to activate my account if I do not receive the security code?

1.    Check whether the email  is in your spam folder or was blocked by your email service provider.
2.    If the problem persists, request support from LEPI (Sao Paulo), NGSA (Rio de Janeiro) or the security area (Brasilia).

How can I create an alternative email address (@fgv.edu.br)?

You can find more information about how to create an alternative email address (@fgv.edu.br) at http://www18.fgv.br/tic/office365/#pag3.

Note: After creating an alternative email address, you need to wait for between 30 minutes and six hours for this information to be replicated by Microsoft. Only after this time will you be able to send emails to the alternative address.

How can I access the FGV Students Wi-Fi network?

Click here for guidance and, if you have any problems, request support from LEPI (Sao Paulo), NGSA (Rio de Janeiro) or the security area (Brasilia).

How can I update my email address in FGV’s Academic System?

Click here.

How can I buy print credits?
How can I obtain more information on how to access Office 365?

For more information on FGV’s Office 365 for Students service go to https://www18.fgv.br/tic/office365/#pag2a

How can I find out more about Office365?

For more information on FGV’s Office 365 for Students service go to https://www18.fgv.br/tic/office365/#pag2a

How can I receive emails sent by FGV at my preferred email address?

You should alter your contact email address by editing your record in the Academic System in line with the procedures described here. After you have altered your contact email address, you will receive a message about this alteration at your new email address, copying the previous email address.

How can I find out my FGV Access Account name?

Your FGV Access Account name was sent to you at the email address contained in your academic records. If you have not received this email, you should:

1.    Check whether the email ended up in your spam folder or was blocked by your email service provider.
2.    Check whether the email address registered in your FGV academic records is correct and up to date.

If you cannot find this email, you can obtain your FGV Access Account and guidance on how to activate it by contacting the technicians at the Technology Support Center (NAT).

How can I change the password for my access account?

1.    Run the “Update Password – Validate User” app or use this link to access it (https://resetsenha.fgv.br).
2.    Enter your FGV Access Account name in the “FGV Access Account” space and click “Send.”
3.    Wait to receive a message at your personal email address (which you specified when you matriculated), containing a link and a code allowing you to register your password. The time taken to receive this message will depend on the quantity of activities in both the email system that sends it (FGV’s) and the one that receives it. If you do not receive this message, access Students Online to check whether your email address is correct and to rectify it if necessary. Another option is to contact the Secretary’s Office for help.
4.    After you open the message, click on “SET NEW PASSWORD”  or use the link below the button and wait to be redirected to the password registration page.
5.    On the following page, “Update Password – Register New Password,” type in your new password twice, click “Send” and wait to see the registration confirmation screen.

Note: You can also find this step-by-step guide on this website in the Changing Your Password section.

How can I access the FGV Students Wi-Fi network again after changing my password?

You should go to the settings menu on your mobile device, select “FGV Alunos” (FGV Students) Wi-Fi network and click “Forget Network.” Then select the same network again, and this time type in your login name and your new password. If you have any other questions, click here.

How can I change the password requested in the email sent by FGV?

Students’ access accounts are valid for up to 180 days. To continue to have access to FGV’s technology resources, you need to change your password before it expires, following the procedure described in the email, or here.

How can I get more detailed information on how to use the products available in Office 365?

Many texts, videos and e-books are offered in various training modules about the different applications that are part of Office 365. Go to https://support.office.com/pt-br/office-training-center.

What should I do when the Office 365 applications I installed on my computer request my user name and password?

You should type in your FGV Access Account name (e.g. B12345@fgv.edu.br) and password to validate your access permission. This authentication will be requested every 30 days. If you want to stop this happening, you can authenticate your identity at https://microsoft.fgv.edu.br, during each 30 day-period and this will avoid authentication requests via Office 365 applications.

What should I do if nothing happens when I click on the change password link in the email?

Check whether your device is connected to the internet. If it is, try to access the link in another browser. If the problem persists, request support from LEPI (Sao Paulo), NGSA (Rio de Janeiro) or the security area (Brasilia). In other locations, you can contact the Service Desk by calling (21) 3799 2300, (11) 3799 3400 or (61) 3799 8100.

What should I do if I receive a message saying “This site uses cookies. Configure your browser to allow cookies and try again”?

Visit this page for guidance from developers of the main browsers on the market on how to configure permission to allow cookies.

Where are the printers located?

Click here for printer locations. They are all installed in places readily accessible by students, to make it easier to collect printouts.
Note: The printing service is only available at our Sao Paulo, Rio de Janeiro and Federal District sites.

Where are FGV’s technology resource support teams located?

Click here to find the Face-to-Face Technical Support teams.

Note: The Face-to-Face Technical Support teams are located at our Sao Paulo, Rio de Janeiro and Federal District sites.

Which FGV technology resources can I use with my FGV Access Account?

The IT Laboratories, the FGV Students Wi-Fi network, Printing Services and remote access (outside FGV sites) to all content in the Library System’s databases.

In due course, other resources will be accessed exclusively through these accounts (Students Online, Virtual Learning Environment, etc.)

Note: The IT Laboratories, FGV Students Wi-Fi network and Printing Services resources are only available at FGV’s sites in Rio de Janeiro, Sao Paulo and Brasilia.