VPN (Virtual Private Network) use encrypted connections (tunnels) between computers or networks to ensure a more secure communication. A staff member of the University can use VPN to work outside the campus and still be connected to the University network through an encrypted tunnel. Instructions for VPN-connection are provided below.

Read more about file access of campus and different kinds of data storage here.

Most JU computers have the VPN client installed. Open the Start menu and search for FortiClient. FortiClient normally starts automatically and then has an icon in the system tray. If FortiClient is not installed, it can be installed from "Företagsportalen" ( "Company Portal") found in the start menu, when you've started Företagsportalent search for FortiClient. If this is the first time you start Företagsportalen, you need to choose the type of device you are using. If it is a JU computer (PC), select JU Employee Windows PC.

 

When the installation is complete, open the start menu and search for FortiClient. Start the program and follow the steps below.

 

When you start FortiClient you will see this screen, the boxe Save password should allways be ticked. click on Connect.

When you are connected it will look like this, click on Disconnect if you no longer want to use the VPN service.

The VPN client is installed manually from the FileWave kiosk.

You'll get two dialog boxes shortly after FileWave appears to be finished.

You can then start the client.

Click on Connect.

When you are connected it will look like this, click on Disconnect if you no longer want to use the VPN service.

On a private computer the free version, FortiClient VPN-only, needs to be installed. Follow the steps below.

 

Download the client for Windows External link, opens in new window.. You need to fill in your information to be able to download the file. Install it on your computer. Find FortiClient VPN on your computer and start the program. Clicka on Configure VPN.

Fill in the information as below. You need to fill in a Pre-shared Key Secret, you can find it here External link, opens in new window..

 

Click on VPN Settings under Advanced settings and fill in the information as below.

Click on Phase 1 and fill in the information as below.

Click on Phase 2 and fill in the information as below and then click Save.

Connect to VPN - click on Connect.

On a private computer the free version, FortiClient VPN-only, needs to be installed. Follow the steps below.

 

Download the client for Mac External link, opens in new window.. You need to fill in your information to be able to download the file. Install it on your computer. Find FortiClient VPN on your computer and start the program. Clicka on Configure VPN.

Fill in the information as below. You need to fill in a Pre-shared Key Secret, you can find it here External link, opens in new window..

Click on Advanced Settings and then VPN Settings. Fill in the information as below.

Click on Phase 1 and fill in the information as below.

Click on Phase 2 and fill in the information as below.

Connect to VPN - click on Connect.

When you are connected it will look like this. Click on Disconnect if you no longer wish to be connected to VPN.

On JU-managed mobile devices, the FortiClient VPN will be deployed automatically.
Download the FortiClient VPN app via the AppStore or via the "Play Store" if you are using a private device.

Download Forticlient VPN if you do not have it since before, and start the app.

Tap on Connection. If you have an old configuration to JU it is recommended that you remove that by tapping on Edit and then swipe left on the name. Then press Done and continue to set up the new configuration.

Tap Add Configuration

Fill in the information as below. You need to fill in a Pre-shared Key Secret, you can find it here External link, opens in new window..

Check the configuration to select it, then go back to the previous screen.

Connect by tapping on the switch. Disconnect by tapping on it again.

Tap New VPN

Select IPsec VPN and tap Create

Tap Server settings

Tap Servers

Tap ADD

Write vpn.ju.se and tap OK

Tap OK

Tap Pre-shared key and fill in the key, you can find it here External link, opens in new window..

Tap Local ID and write JUANDROID.

Tap IKE mode and select Main Mode.

Go back to the previous screen and tap IPsec XAuth settings, make sure it is set to Enabled and fill in your username and password for your JU account.

Go back to the previcous screen and tap IPsec phase 1 settings. Fill in the information as below. Do the same settings for IPsec phase 2 settings.

The connection is onfigured. Connect by tap Connect.

Now you are connected. Tap Disconnect to end the session.

At the moment VPN is not available for private Linux computers. We are looking for a solution to this.