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The first step is to request VPN access using the attached form .  Fill provided on the VPN at CNU page. 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. To set up and access the VPN for other reasons, and you will have your desktop set up to allow incoming connections.see the page titled "Set Up and Use VPN Access–MacOS"

Preparing your Work Computer for Remote Connections

To be able to use the VPN to connect using these instructions, and you will need to have your desktop set up to allow incoming connections. Your computer will have to remain on campus and be turned on.  You   Please keep in mind that the VPN software used at CNU access will only allow you to connect to a Windows computer.

You will also need to record your work computer's name.
To determine your computer’s name, click on the start menu, right-click on Computer and select the Settings Icon. 

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When you’re ready to leave for the day, make sure not to shut down your computer.  Simply log out:

Installing Required Software

Christopher Newport University-Owned Computers

If your computer is owned by Christopher Newport University, you can install everything you need through the Self-Service portal.  Click on the Christopher Newport University Self Service Portal in your Applications menu or Launchpad.

Then, log in with your regular ID number and password.

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Find the entries in Self-Service for GlobalProtect VPN and Microsoft Remote Desktop, and click Install.

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Privately-Owned Computers

Installing GlobalProtect

Navigate to https://gpvpn.cnu.edu Enter your CNU ID Number in the Username box, then your password in the Password box.

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You’ll then be asked to download the version of Global Protect that matches your system.  Download the Mac GlobalProtect agent.

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Navigate to your downloads folder and click on the GlobalProtect.pkg file.  

A warning may appear that the file is from an unknown developer.  Click “Open” to install it.

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The installer will then pop up.  Click “Continue”

On the next screen, click “Install for all users of this computer” and click “Continue” three times.

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On the next screen, click “Install”

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GlobalProtect will be installed on your computer.  Close this window to move on.


Install Microsoft Remote Desktop Client

Once you have the VPN software installed (See the "Set Up and Use VPN Access–MacOS" document for guidance on installation), you may will also need to install the Remote Desktop software on your computer.

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Setting Up GlobalProtect

If GlobalProtect doesn't launch automatically when it's done installingis not already running, launch Global Protect from Launchpad.

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To set up the connection, open Microsoft Remote Desktop.

Then, click the plus sign and click "Add PC".

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