MCLA Remote Access (Windows)

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If you are using Mac OS, please refer to these instructions instead.

Description

For various reasons pertaining to security, certain services within the MCLA network are protected from direct access to the Internet. Access to these resources from other networks requires special software to provide a secure “tunnel” from your computer. MCLA employs an SSL VPN to provide this function and this document explains how to access, install and use this tool for Windows based machines.

Download and Install Sophos Connect Software

  • 1. Before you start, ensure you do not have the outdated "Sophos SSL VPN" client installed. If you do, please follow these steps to uninstall:
    • a. Select Start , then select Settings > Apps > Apps & features.
    • b. Select the the 'Sophos SSL VPN' application in the list and then select Uninstall.
  • 2. Download the VPN software (Sophos Connect) click this link Sophos Connect.
  • 3. Open the installer once downloaded and complete the client installation.
  • 4. Login to https://mclautm.mcla.edu using your A# and password.
  • 5. Login using your A# and password.
  • 6. Once logged in select the Remote Access link on the page.
  • 7. Click the download button next to the description "Click here to download the configuration file to set up SSL VPN on Linux, MacOS X, BSD or Solaris." Download and Save the .opvn file.
  • 8. Open the Sophos Connect software, click the 'Import Connection' option
  • 9. Navigate to the .opvn file that you saved, select it and click 'open'

Connect to the VPN using Sophos Connect Client=

1. Open the Sophos Connect software by either selecting it in your start menu or system tray 2. Confirm that the 'mclautm.mcla.edu' server connect is selected then click 'Connect' 3. Type in your A number and password. 4. Connection status will show a green click mark when successfully connected to the VPN