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A Virtual Private Network (VPN) provides secure access over the Internet to private networks such as the U of M’s network. Some of the U of M’s online services, such as library databases are only available over VPN.

The Cisco AnyConnect VPN Client is desktop software that secures traffic between your computer and restricted campus services. With the Cisco AnyConnect VPN Client software running in the background, network traffic is automatically routed and encrypted using Datagram Transport Layer Security (DTLS) over SSL or Transport Layer Security (TLS). Open the Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client. If the drop down list is empty, enter vpn.d.umn.edu and click Connect. To use the default authentication method, enter your Internet ID (username) and Password, then click Ok. A Duo Security push will automatically be sent to your default Duo device. Mac OS X 10.10 – 10.14 is supported with the Cisco AnyConnect version 4.7.x client on the Cisco appliance that can be downloaded as shown above. Mac OS X 10.15 and later are supported with the Cisco AnyConnect version 4.8.x Cisco AnyConnect client. Mac OS requirements. AnyConnect requires 50 MB of hard-disk space.

To establish a secure VPN connection on your iPad:

  1. Download and install the free iPad app Cisco AnyConnect from the App store.
  2. Once installed, tap the Cisco AnyConnect icon to open the app.
  3. A confirmation window will appear the first time you start AnyConnect that says “Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client extends the Virtual Private Network (VPN) capabilities of your device. Do you want to enable this software?” Tap OK.
  4. On the AnyConnect home screen, tap “Add VPN Connection.”
  5. In the Description field, enter: UofM vpn
  6. In the Server Address field, enter: tc-vpn-1.vpn.umn.edu
  7. Tap “Save”. You should see a checkmark next to the UofM vpn connection that you created.
  8. In the upper left-hand corner, tap the AnyConnect VPN button to on.
  9. An Authentication box will appear.
    • Select the group AnyConnect-UofMvpn (tap the group field, it’s near the bottom of the scrolling list that appears). Once you have selected it, tap the Authentication button to return to the Authentication box main screen.
    • Enter your UMN Internet ID (x.500) and password.
    • Tap Connect (the button in the upper right)
  10. You will know that you have a VPN connection by looking at the upper left-hand corner of your iPad screen. The letters VPN should appear next to the word “iPad” and the wireless icon and the AnyConnect VPN Status will read “Connected.”
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  1. Open the AnyConnect VPN app
  2. Turn your VPN on (upper left hand corner AnyConnect VPN on)
  3. Enter your password.
  4. Tap Connect
  5. Look for the VPN icon next to the word iPad (upper left corner of your iPad).
The University has recently changed its guidelines for using the U of MN Virtual Private Network (VPN). VPN is a service that makes it seem as though you are inside the University network when you cannot be. VPN ensures your access to some restricted resources such as your network H: (home) and S: (share) drives, access to UMN Library resources, or free stock content (images, audio and video clips).
VPN should only be used when resources cannot be accessed by other means. A VPN connection is not needed for:
  • umn.edu web pages
  • MyU
  • Gmail or GSuite
  • Office 365
  • Canvas
Please review the VPN requirements for UMN applications to determine if an application requires a Virtual Private Network connection.

Using the U of MN VPN software

Extension laptops and computers managed by the University have the University supported VPN software already installed. For mobile devices and other computers, you can download and install the University VPN software.

Check out this training video that Amy Baker recorded about the University VPN.
Step-by-step instructions for Windows 10:https://it.umn.edu/downloads-guides-connect-anyconnect-vpn-3
Split-tunnel access is the default and preferred VPN for the University of Minnesota unless an app requires 'Full-Tunnel'. The University's Full-Tunnel VPN has a limited capacity for concurrent users. Split-Tunnel has a much higher threshold and should be used unless Full-Tunnel is absolutely necessary.
Please note:
  • The maximum connection time for a single VPN session is 12 hours.
  • Idle timeout is 15 minutes. Idle timeout occurs when network traffic between your computer and the VPN system stops for at least 15 minutes. This situation typically occurs when a computer goes to sleep or is powered down.
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Tips for using AnyConnect

Where did the client go?

The AnyConnect Client window may close once the connection is established. Select the up-arrow in the lower-right hand corner of the taskbar ( ) to find AnyConnect
  • Hover your mouse over the Cisco AnyConnect logo to see a “tooltip” showing the status of the VPN connection
  • If you can’t find the icon, hovering over different icons will tell you the name of the program each icon

View general connectivity information

Open the Cisco AnyConnect Client by clicking the logo in the taskbar on the bottom right.
  • Click the Settings Icon.
  • Select the Statistics tab.

Disconnect from VPN

  1. Open the Cisco AnyConnect Client by clicking the logo in the taskbar on the bottom right.
  2. Click Disconnect.

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Technology Help

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If you need assistance with downloading, installation or using VPN, contact the University Technology Help Desk.

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