Virtual Private Networking (VPN) software creates an encrypted connection between your off-campus computer and the campus network. Members of the university community can use VPN software to connect securely to the campus network from off-campus (e.g., to access some campus servers or online). Pulse Secure VPN software is available to members of the university community at no cost from the Supported Software & Downloads page.


Download the latest certified version of Pulse Secure installer. Run the downloaded installer. Follow the instructions to install Pulse Secure. Once it is installed, open Pulse Secure App and configure it. Click on plus sign (+) to add a new connection. Enter the desired name and the Server URL: vpn.ku.edu.tr. Refer to the supported OS list on the FAQ page. Download the Pulse Secure client for MacOS here. Open the package, click Continue, then Install. Note: If you are having trouble finding the file after download, trying looking on your desktop or in the downloads folder located in the Dock. Click Close once installation is.
Download the Pulse Secure Access Client for your device. One universal client for Pulse Connect Secure, Pulse Policy Secure and Pulse Workspace Beautiful experience on mobile and desktop. Commonwealth-issued devices for Secretariats/Agencies who have migrated onto the EOTSS SCCM platform: If you are using a Commonwealth-issued device and your Secretariat/Agency has migrated onto the EOTSS SCCM platform, t he VPN Client uninstall/install package is available via Software Center. You can find Software Center by clicking the “Type here to search” magnifying glass (on the task. When off-campus, the preferred method for connecting to the WPI VPN is through the Pulse Secure Client. After you have installed and launched Pulse Secure, you can add a new connection profile by following these steps: Click on the plus sign next to the Connect label; Select UAC or SSL-VPN for the Type; Type Default VPN for the Name.
Note: These instructions are for connecting to the UMASS VPN realm. If you need to connect to a departmental realm, please contact your department's IT professional.

Step 1: Obtain & Install Pulse Secure VPN Software
Please consult with the IT professional in your department before making changes to your university-owned computer.
- Open thePulse Secure VPN Client software page. From the Download box (on right), click the Pulse Secure VPN Client Mac OS X file. The Web Login screen will appear.
- In the Web Login screen, enter your NetID and NetID password. The Pulse Secure Installer will automatically download.
- Find the Pulse Secure Installer file in your Downloads folder and right click > Open on the icon to install. The Pulse Secure Installer will open.
- Follow the steps in the installer. You may be prompted to enter your computer's Administrator name and password.
Step 2: Connect to VPN

- Go to Finder > Applications > Pulse Secure. Pulse Secure will open.
- In the Pulse Secure window, click the plus sign (+) on the bottom left corner of the screen to add a new connection. The New Connection window will open.
- In the New Connection window:
- In the Name field, enter a name for the VPN connection
- In the Server URL field, enter sslvpn.umass.edu.
- Click Add. You will return to the Pulse Secure window.
- Next to your new VPN connection, click Connect. The Realms screen will appear.
- In the Realms screen, select UMASS. Click Connect. The Sign in screen will appear.
- In the Sign in screen:
- In the User name field, enter your NetID.
- In the Password field, enter your NetID password.
- Click Connect. You will return to the Pulse Secure window.
- To end your VPN session, click Disconnect.
As of March 18, 2019, Duo Multi-Factor Authentication isrequiredto use the Pulse VPN service. For more information and to enroll in Duo, please visit:Multi-Factor Authentication
Download
- Refer to the supported OS list on the FAQ page.
- Download the Pulse Secure client for MacOS here.
Pulse Secure Windows 10 Client
Installation

Open the package, click Continue, then Install.
Note: If you are having trouble finding the file after download, trying looking on your desktop or in the downloads folder located in the Dock.
Click Close once installation is completed.
Go to your Applications folder and click on the Pulse Secure icon to start.
Click the plus sign + to make a new connection.
Download Pulse Vpn Client
Enter a name for the connection.
For Server URL, enter:
vpn.vanderbilt.edu
Click Add.
Click Connect on your newly created connection.
Read the VPN Pre Sign-in Notification and click Proceed.
Enter your VUnetID and ePassword when prompted for login credentials.
Enter your secondary password from Multi-factor Authentication.
While connected, you should see an icon in the status bar.
When you are ready to disconnect, go to the Pulse Secure window and click Disconnect.
