Using UD's Virtual Private Network (VPN)

A Virtual Private Network (VPN) creates a secure internet connection that makes a computer think it's actually on the UD network even when it's far from campus.

Whether you're working from home, traveling, or accessing University resources from another off-campus location, we encourage you to make it a standard practice to connect to the VPN. This includes using University-managed computers and, in accordance with the University’s Information Security Policy, personal equipment used for University business.

Using the VPN helps:

• Protect University data through a secure, encrypted connection.
• Safeguard your connection and reduce cybersecurity risks when using networks outside the University.
• Provide secure access to University resources while you're away from campus.

Since the computer is directly accessing UD's network, it should have the same security protections (updated software, anti-virus, etc.) required for on-campus computers. 

Installing UD’s VPN client

Using UD’s GlobalProtect VPN
 

Installing UD’s VPN client

Download and install the GlobalProtect VPN software
 

• UD-owned devices
  Use the Software Center installed on your UD-owned Windows computer to download PaloAlto GlobalProtect. For UD-owned Mac computers, use JAMF Self Service to download PaloAlto GlobalProtect.
   
• Personally-owned Windows / Mac computers
  Go to udvpn.udayton.edu. Login with your UD credentials and download the GlobalProtect agent.
   
• Android mobile devices
  Download the GlobalProtect app from the Play Store
   
• iOS mobile devices
  Download the GlobalProtect app from the App Store
   

Configure the GlobalProtect VPN software

1. In the portal address field, enter udvpn.udayton.edu
   
   
    
2. Click Connect to login. You'll be prompted to enter your UD username / password and verify your login with 2-factor authentication.
    
3. Once connected, a welcome screen appears in a separate browser tab.
   
   
    
4. Close the welcome screen and navigate to protected sites and services.
    

Using UD’s GlobalProtect VPN

1. Open the GlobalProtect software on your device, click Connect, and authenticate with your UD login credentials.
    
2. When you are finished with your remote connections, open the GlobalProtect application and click Disconnect.