Remote Access VPN
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When connecting from off-campus, there are several remote options based on your needs. You will be prompted for multi-factor authentication through Duo during login to the VPN or VMware Omnissa Horizon for remote access.
Welcome to VPN
When connecting from off-campus, there are several remote options based on your needs including the university's virtual private network (VPN) or the use of .
Please note that you will need to first. Once you have permission to access the VPN, install GlobalProtect on your device. You will be prompted for multi-factor authentication with Duo during login to the VPN. Registration and installation of Duo will need to be completed prior to using either option.
Working Off-Campus
- Install and register for Duo Security first. The Duo app will turn your mobile phone (highly recommended), iPad, tablet or landline into a multi-factor authenticator.
Virtual Private Network (VPN)
In addition to using your university password to access the VPN, a second authentication method is required through Duo. To get started using the GlobalProtect VPN service you'll need to be sure you have registered first with Duo Security.
- Request access the GlobalProtect VPN: .
- Download and install GlobalProtect based on the device that you want to use. Refer to the table below for your options.
- Once you have opened the GlobalProtect client, enter your primary campus VPN portal:
- Ö÷²¥ÓÕ»ó VPN portal is: dc-vpn.ucdenver.edu
- CU Anschutz Medical Campus VPN portal is: amc-vpn.ucdenver.edu
GlobalProtect VPN Installation Clients
- Windows:
- For both PC and Mac, uninstall any older versions, reboot your computer, reinstall the most updated version, and reboot your computer.
- Mac:
- Be sure that GlobalProtect can access the Mac keychains. Click "Always Allow" to give GlobalProtect full access.
- Linux:
- Contact theor your department IT person for instructions to access the Linux VPN client.