What is the UF VPN Client, and How Do I Use it? (for Windows
XP/7/ 8 Users).Presented by the Course Reserves Unit, George A. Smathers Libraries
What is the UF VPN Client and why do I have to use it?
• Materials available electronically (journal articles, e-books, streaming video) are licensed for use by UF students, faculty and staff, and are easily accessible from any on-campus network.
• The UF VPN Client allows UF students, faculty and staff to “tunnel” into the UF network from any off-campus network, and access these resources.
How Do I Install the UF VPN Client?
• Go to this link:• https://net-services.ufl.edu/provided-services/vpn/clients/• Log in with your Gatorlink account information. • Click on the link for the Windows software, as shown. Log in
with your Gatorlink User ID and password
How Do I Install the Software? Download and install the files in the order shown.
Windows will ask if you want to run or save the files; choose Run. Do this for both files.
How Do I Install the Software? (cont.)
• Follow the onscreen instructions to complete installation of the software. Restart your computer to complete the installation process
How Do I Configure the VPN Software?
To configure the VPN Client (Windows XP/7): •Go to StartAll ProgramsCisco Anyconnect Secure Mobility Client
How Do I Configure the UF VPN Client (cont.)
• Go to Start Apps Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client (Windows 8)
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Double click on the icon to open the VPN Client
How Do I Configure the UF VPN Client?(cont.)
• A window will open. Type in vpn.ufl.edu, as shown below
• Click on the Connect button
How Do I Configure the UF VPN Client?(cont.)
A login box will open. Enter your Gatorlink User ID and password
Using the UF VPN Client
• You are now connected to the UF VPN client, and can access electronic course reserves links and UF Libraries electronic resources.
• To disconnect from the VPN client when you are finished, click on the Disconnect button
Wrap up/Where Can I Go for Help?
• Be sure to log on to the UF VPN client every time before accessing course reserve or library electronic resources.
• For assistance with the UF VPN client, go to the UF IT Help Desk at The Hub, or call 352-392-4357
• For assistance with course reserves, email [email protected], or call 252-273-2520
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