VPN Installation for Macintosh Computers

Overview

This page contains instructions for installing and launching the Virtual Private Network (VPN) client on an Apple macOS (Macintosh) computer. NOTE: Only authorized faculty and staff are granted access to the VPN.

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Step 1: macOS VPN Client Installation

1. To receive the macOS VPN installer, go to https://vpn.pepperdine.edu
2. On the following screen, ensure the "Group" is set to SecureConnect.
3. Enter your Pepperdine NetworkID and password in their corresponding fields.
4. In the Authenticator field, enter "push" (recommended) for a SecureConnect "push" notification to your device. You may also enter "sms" for a text message or "phone" for phone call authentication, depending on your authentication device.
5. Select the "Login" button to proceed.
6. A disclaimer window will appear after logging in. Select the "Continue" button to finish the VPN login and installation.
7. This will connect your machine to the VPN and install the VPN Client on your computer.
8. When the software installation is finished, you can close your web browser.

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Step 2: Launching the VPN Client

1. Open the VPN client software in Applications\Cisco.
2. The Cisco Secure Client window will display. If not listed, enter vpn.pepperdine.edu. Then select Connect.
3. The following program window will display. To configure your VPN client, the fields below should be populated as follows:
   
   • Group: SecureConnect.
   • NetworkID and Password: Enter your Pepperdine NetworkID and password.
   • For the Authenticator (or Second Password) box, type in either:
     • Push
     • Phone
     • Or enter the Duo Passcode from the Duo App on your phone.
       
       
4. Click OK to establish a VPN connection. A disclaimer will appear. Read the notice and select the "Accept" button.
5. When successfully connected to the VPN, a small VPN icon will appear in the upper-right corner of your desktop taskbar.
6. When you finish your session and wish to disconnect from the VPN, select the VPN icon in the upper-right corner of your desktop, and either disconnect or quit the application.
   
   
   
   

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