OpenVPN
A VPN (Virtual Private Network) provides a mechanism whereby a machine outside of the CS department't trusted network can securely access the department's resources. Typically, users connect to the VPN when they have access to a high speed internet connection, i.e. a cable modem or another university intranet, and require access to departmental resources which are not typically provided outside of the firewall.
Departmental VPN servers
The department provides an OpenVPN server. To use it, you will first need to know your LDAP account password. See the LDAP page for more information.
Once you have set up your LDAP password, you can install OpenVPN. We provide an installer for Windows; this executable will install the OpenVPN software and configure it for the CS department VPN.
On other platforms (Linux/UNIX/OSX), you will need to install and configure
OpenVPN client yourself. The CS department OpenVPN files (configuration file,
certificates, and keys) are located at
"/maytag/winsoft/all-software/net/OpenVPN/Client Config Files".
Setup and Configuration
The following FAQs should lead you through step-by-step configuration of your windows client software:Problems
If you've followed the directions here and still can't connect to the department's VPN, then contact our technical staff for help.
| Page Owner: Dorinda Moulton | Last Modified: Tue Nov 11 15:03:20 2008 |