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Requesting VPN Access
The first step is to request VPN access using the attached form. Fill out the form and get your supervisor to sign it. Make sure “Remote Access to Desktop” is checked. Then, have your supervisor forward the form to the CIO by fax at 594-7500 or by campus mail at 121 Ratcliffe. Once VPN access is granted, you will have access to the VPN software, and you will have your desktop set up to allow incoming connections.
Setting up your Home Computer
You will need admin rights to your home computer to install the Global Protect product.
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Whichever browser you use, you will then see the following screen. Enter your CNU username in the “name” box, then your password in the Password box.
You’ll then be asked to download the version of Global Protect that matches your system. To tell your system type, open the Windows Setting window using the Start Menu. Select System, then About.
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Double-click on the file to run it. A box will come up asking whether you want to run the file. Click “Run.”
Click Next on the next three screens:
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The program will be installed on your computer. Depending on your computer’s setup, you may have to enter your admin username and password. Click Complete when the client is done installing.
Preparing your Work Computer for Remote Connections
To be able to use the VPN to connect using these instructions, your computer will have to remain on campus and be turned on. You will also need to record your computer name.
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When you’re ready to leave for the day, make sure not to shut down your computer. Simply log out.
Connecting to your Computer via Remote Desktop (from your home computer)
To access the client, use the Start Menu to locate GlobalProtect.
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You will then be connected to your computer as if you were sitting at it in person.
When you’re done with your session, click the start menu, and then “Log Off”.
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