Requirements
- Windows 8.1, 10
Access
All active University faculty, staff, and student employees have access to Boise State’s VPN service.
How to Download and Install
- All active University faculty, staff, and student employees have access to Boise State’s VPN service.
- Download the VPN software.
- Run the GlobalProtect installer. Select Next through each screen to accept the default options. Click Close when finished.
(If you are unable to install the software, please contact the Help Desk for assistance.)
How to Use
- Connect to the Internet via WiFi or cable like you always do.
- Launch the GlobalProtect software: Start > All Programs > Palo Alto Networks > GlobalProtect
- Enter the portal address: vpn.boisestate.edu
(This step is only required the first time you connect.) - Click Connect.
- When the sign in window appears, enter your Boise State username and password and click Sign in.
- Complete the request for Duo multi-factor authentication. For information about enrolling and using Duo, visit the Multi-factor Authentication page.
- As VPN is connecting, the following window will appear. Please read the terms of use and close the window.
Welcome to the Boise State VPN Network. Use of Boise State University computing resources must be consistent with Boise State’s educational goals, as well as comply with local, state, and federal laws, and university policies. Use of the system constitutes consent to monitoring for compliance with local, state, and federal laws, and university policies.
Optional: Connect to Your Work Computer
You may use VPN in conjunction with Microsoft Remote Desktop to connect remotely to a Windows desktop or laptop computer.