If you are using Mac OS, please refer [[IMAGE:Blazernet logo.pngMCLA_Remote_Access_(MacOS)|rightto these instructions instead]].
==Description==
The For various reasons pertaining to security, certain services within the MCLA local area network includes 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 Before you start, ensure you do not have the outdated "Sophos SSL VPN" client installed. Here is how to check:**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. To download the VPN software (Sophos Connect) click this link [[Academic Computing Labs - Murdock Hall|public computers https://mcla.sharepoint.com/:u:/s/DesktopSupport772/EUe1CL7iaOBHhCZfrCYX6egBXZDgl_T9GFW5uRzKJYCQUA?e=hlMZdS 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 labs]]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, [[Multimedia Classrooms|classrooms]] BSD or Solaris." Download and Save the .opvn file.*8. Open the Sophos Connect software, click the Library as well as computers designated for 'Import Connection' option*9. Navigate to the individual use of its faculty .opvn file that you saved, select it and staffclick '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 tray2. Confirm that the 'mclautm.mcla.edu' server connect is selected then click 'Connect'3. Type in your A dorm network is also provided for resident students connecting their computers to number and password. =='''Installing the VPN Software'''==*1. Open the internet'''sslvpn_inst_a########.exe''' file. [[Image:Remote1.png]] *2. Click '''Next >'''. [[Image:Remote2.png]] *3. Click ''' I Agree'''. [[MCLANET Wireless Network|Wireless connectivityImage:Remote3.png]] *4. Click '''Install'''. [[Image:Remote4.png]] *5. Check the box next to the network is provided in all classroom campus buildings'''Always trust software from Sophos''' and then click '''Install'''. [[User ID and Password|User accountsImage:Remote5.png]] are required for access to all resources *6. Click '''Next >'''. Regular accounts must be activated through the [[User ID and Password#manage|Account Management toolImage:Remote6.png]] *7. Click '''Finish'''. =='''Using the VPN'''== '''To Connect'''*1. Use Click on the traffic light icon located in the bottom right corner of these accounts requires explicit acceptance of a your screen. You may need to click the '''^''' to show your hidden icons. [[Network User AgreementImage:Remote7.png]] *2. Right click the traffic light icon. *3. Click '''Connect'''.
==Information about the MCLA Network - BlazerNet==[[Image:Remote8.png]]
The best and easiest way to connect to MCLA's wireless network is to use [[Connecting_to_BlazerNet | BlazerNet]]*4. When connecting to [[Connecting_to_BlazerNet | BlazerNet]] for the first time you should open a web browser which will then redirect you to a device registration portal that you will need to login to using Login with your MCLA User ID '''A#''' and password. Once logged in, you will have the option to register the device that you are connecting with. After the device is successfully registered, it will be able to connect to the network without any further action needed. [[Connecting_to_BlazerNet | BlazerNet]] also provides the ability to connect devices that do not have a web browser such has media players, gaming consoles, and smart TVs.
'''Please note'''[[Image: MCLA owned devices which include computer lab stations and classroom instructor stations, automatically connect to the network and do not need to be registered. Faculty/staff who use college-provided Windows PC desktops/laptops are also automatically configured to work with BlazerNet. Faculty/Staff who use college-provided Apple Mac laptops are required to register on BlazerNet to connectRemote9.png]]
See the following resources below *5. The traffic light should change to learn more on how green and you should see a popup to connectindicate you are successfully connected.
*[[Connecting to BlazerNet | How to connect to BlazerNet]]*[[Connecting to BlazerNet - Manual | How to manually register a device on BlazerNet]]*[[Identifying MAC Address | Identifying MAC Addresses for common consumer network devices]]*[[Guest Network Access]]*[[Printing from the wireless network]]*[[Connecting to network file share (homeshare H: drive)]]*[[Eduroam|Connecting to eduroam]]*[[MCLA Remote Access (Windows)]] - Instructions on how to connect to MCLA '''To Disconnect''s VPN on Windows*[[MCLA Remote Access (MacOS)]] - Instructions on how to connect to MCLA's VPN on MAC
==FAQ about the MCLA Network==[[Image:Remote10.png]]
*[[Connecting to BlazerNet | How do I connect to 1. Right click the wireless network?]]traffic light. *[[Connecting to BlazerNet | How do I connect to the hardwire connection in my dorm?]]*[[Where can I get a wireless connection on campus?]]*[[Printing from the MCLANET wireless network | How do I print when I2. Click '''Disconnect'''m on the wireless network?]]
