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VPN - Cisco VPN Client

Last Updated: 10/22/2012
Overview 

Cisco VPN is an application that you can install and use to have a secure on-campus network connection when you are away from campus or on UCB Wireless. It routes all traffic through the campus network. It does not allow for split tunneling, and home networked devices cannot be accessed while using this type of connection. 

Cisco VPN Client

Getting Started

Windows

Operating System Download, Install, and Connect
Windows

Macintosh

Operating System Download, Install, and Connect
Mac OS 10.5
Mac OS 10.6, 32-bit only

If you upgrade your computer to version 10.6, you should uninstall the the Cisco VPN and reinstall it again.

Mac OS 10.6 or later, 64-bit Use Network Connect

Other

Operating System Download, Install, and Connect
Linux

Note: While the Linux VPN client is not officially supported by OIT, we will be happy to answer questions about the client to the best of our ability.

Solaris

Note: While the Solaris VPN client is not officially supported by OIT, we will be happy to answer questions about the client to the best of our ability.

Mobile Devices OIT does not officially support or provide a VPN solution for handheld devices.

About This Connection

With a standard connection through Cisco VPN:

  • All network activity accessed through the Cisco VPN is routed through CU-Boulder. Please review the following policies:
  • You should be able to:
    • Access all libraries resources.
    • Access file servers.
    • SSH, remote desktop, CIFS, NFS
    • If you are unable to gain access to an on-campus resource with this connection, talk to the administrator of that resource. Refer them to the help information on the support page.
  • Your IP address is located in the CU-Boulder's public IP space

Troubleshooting Tips

OIT has developed troubleshooting tips to help you if you are having problems installing or connecting with the VPN.