A virtual private network (VPN) establishes a secure, encrypted connection between your computer and the internet, providing a private tunnel for your data and communications. The Ä¢¹½tv VPN provides users with secure access to the university’s network and allows Ä¢¹½tv users the ability to access university resources while physically not on the Ä¢¹½tv campuses.
Palo Alto GlobalProtect is the Ä¢¹½tv VPN solution, allowing users to connect to the Ä¢¹½tv campus networks and access many secured resources. GlobalProtect, is a “client” software and must be installed on any computer or mobile device that needs to connect to the Ä¢¹½tv VPN.
GlobalProtect uses the Ä¢¹½tv Single-Sign-On (SSO) and Microsoft Authenticator for Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) for added security.
Note: You cannot connect to the Ä¢¹½tv VPN when you are connected to the Ä¢¹½tv network.
Ä¢¹½tv’s previous VPN service will be retired in the near future, please switch to GlobalProtect.
Installing the GlobalProtect VPN Client
Ä¢¹½tv-Managed systems: Installation is through the software management repositories from the Company Portal (windows) or the Self-Service (Mac) apps.
- Windows: Open the Company Portal app, located under the Start Menu. Look for the GlobalProtect client in the Company Portal and click to install.
- Mac OS: Open Self-Service app (found in the Launchpad) on the MacOS. Look for the GlobalProtect client then click to install the GlobalProtect client.
Personally owned computers: installation instructions will vary based on the type of device you are using. Download the appropriate version to install.
Smart Devices: Go to the device’s appropriate App Store and search for the GlobalProtect app. Download and install to your device. When you open the app the first time, you will need to enter the Ä¢¹½tv Portal address for the VPN connection.
Enter the address: gp.vpn.iup.edu
Click connect. If prompted, Allow VPN configurations on your device. Click Connect to complete the login process for connection to the VPN
If you have any questions, please log a ticket via .
Connecting to the VPN
Each time you need to use the VPN, open the GlobalProtect client and click the Connect button.
When prompted, you will need to enter your Ä¢¹½tv credentials, then complete the MFA authentication request.
Disconnection from the VPN
When you are done using the VPN connection, you will go back to the app on your computer or device to click disconnect.