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This article outlines instructions to configure a client VPN connection on commonly-used operating systems. For more information about client VPN, please refer to our documentation.

Android

To configure an Android device to connect to the Client VPN, follow these steps:

• Navigate to Settings -> Wireless & Networks -> VPN
• Click the Plus Icon to add an additional VPN profile

• Enter a VPNName for the connection.

• For the Type drop-down select L2TP/IPSEC PSK VPN

• Enter the public IP (found in Dashboard, under Security appliance > Monitor > Appliance status > Uplink) of the MX device under Server address.

• Enter the pre-shared key under IPSec pre-shared key.

• Save the configuration.

You will be prompted for credentials when you connect.

Chrome OS

Chrome OS based devices can be configured to connect to the Client VPN feature on MX Security Appliances. This allows remote users to securely connect to the LAN. This article will cover how to configure the VPN connection on a Chrome OS device. For more information on how to setup the Client VPN feature of the MX or how to connect from other operating systems, please visit the MX documentation.

1. If you haven't already, sign in to your Chromebook.
2. Click the status area at the bottom of your screen, where your account picture is located.
3. Select Settings.
4. In the 'Internet connection' section, click Add connection.
5. Select Add private network.
6. In the box that appears, fill in the information below:
   1. Server hostname: The DNS name or IP address of the MX to which the client should be connecting.
   2. Service name: This can be anything you want to name this connection, for example, 'Work VPN.'
   3. Provider type: Select L2TP/IPsec + Pre-shared key.
   4. Pre-shared key: This will be the Secret created when configuring the Client VPN on the MX.
   5. Username credentials for connecting to VPN. If using Meraki authentication, this will be an e-mail address.
   6. Password credentials for connecting to VPN.
7. Click Connect.

For more information regarding the configuration of VPN connections in Chrome OS, visit the Google Support page.

Note: Apple has removed the native support and pass-through capabilities of PPTP VPN connections through IOS10+ devices. The Meraki Client VPN utilizes a more secure L2TP connection and can still successfully connect through a mobile hotspot broadcast from an iOS device.

To configure an iOS device to connect to the Client VPN, follow these steps:

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1. Navigate to Settings -> General-> VPN -> Add VPN Configuration..
2. On the Add Configuration screen that appears, set the Type to L2TP.
3. Enter a Description for the VPN connection.
4. Enter the public IP of the MX device (found in Dashboard, under Security appliance > Monitor > Appliance status > Uplink) as the Server.
5. Under Account, enter the username to be used to connect to the Client VPN.
6. Enter the Password if desired. If the password is left blank, it will need to be entered each time the device attempts to connect to the Client VPN.
7. Enter the VPN Secret.
8. Ensure that Send All Traffic is set to On.
9. Save the configuration.

macOS

Currently only the following authentication mechanisms are supported:

• User authentication: Active Directory (AD), RADIUS, or Meraki hosted authentication.

• Machine authentication: Preshared keys (a.k.a., shared secret).

When using Meraki hosted authentication, VPN account/user name setting on client devices (e.g., PC or Mac) is the user email address entered in the Dashboard.

The instructions below are tested on Mac OS 10.7.3 (Lion).

Open System Preferences > Network from Mac applications menu. Click the '+' button to create a new service, then select VPN as the interface type, and choose L2TP over IPsec from the pull-down menu.

• Server Address: Enter the public IP address (found in Dashboard, under Security appliance > Monitor > Appliance status > Uplink ).
• Account Name: Enter the account name of the user (based on AD, RADIUS or Meraki Hosted authentication).

• User Authentication > Password: User password (based on AD, RADIUS or Meraki Hosted authentication).
• Machine Authentication > Shared Secret: The preshared key that you've created in Configure > Client VPN settings for the MX.

The VPN connectivity will not be established if you don't enable the Send all traffic over VPN connection option!

Windows 7

Currently only the following authentication mechanisms are supported:

• User authentication: Active Directory (AD), RADIUS, or Meraki hosted authentication.

• Machine authentication: Preshared keys (a.k.a., shared secret).

When using Meraki hosted authentication, VPN account/user name setting on client devices (e.g., PC or Mac) is the user email address entered in the Dashboard.

Open Start Menu > Control Panel, click on Network and Internet, click on View network status and tasks.

In the Set up a connection or network pop-up window, choose Connect to a workplace (Set up a dial-up or VPN connection to your workplace).

Choose Use my Internet connection (VPN), in the Connect to a workspace dialog window.

In the Connect to a Workplace dialog box, enter:

• Internet address: Enter the public IP address (found in Dashboard, under Security appliance > Monitor > Appliance status > Uplink ) for the MX appliance.
• Destination name: Optionally enter a name for the VPN connection.

Choose 'Don't connect now; just set it up so that I can connect later' option.

Click Next. In the next dialog window, enter the user credentials, and click Create.

Despite the name 'Unencrypted PAP', the client's password is sent encrypted over an IPsec tunnel between the client device and the MX. The password is fully secure and never sent in clear text over either the WAN or the LAN.

Click on 'Advanced settings'.

Windows 8

Currently only the following authentication mechanisms are supported:

• User authentication: Active Directory (AD), RADIUS, or Meraki hosted authentication.

• Machine authentication: Preshared keys (a.k.a., shared secret).

When using Meraki hosted authentication, VPN account/user name setting on client devices (e.g., PC or Mac) is the user email address entered in the Dashboard.

Open Start Menu > Network and Sharing Center and click Settings.

In the Set Up a Connection or Network pop-up window, choose Connect to a workplace.
(Set up a dial-up or VPN connection to your workplace).

Choose Use my Internet connection (VPN), in the Connect to a Workspace dialog window.

In the Connect to a Workplace dialog box, enter:

• Internet address: Enter the public IP address (found in Dashboard, under Security appliance > Monitor > Appliance status > Uplink ) for the MX appliance.
• Destination name: Optionally enter a name for the VPN connection.

Go back to Network and Sharing Center and click Change Adapter Settings.

Despite the name 'Unencrypted PAP', the client's password is sent encrypted over an IPsec tunnel between the client device and the MX. The password is fully secure and never sent in clear text over either the WAN or the LAN.

Click on 'Advanced settings'.

Windows 10

Currently only the following authentication mechanisms are supported:

• User authentication: Active Directory (AD), RADIUS, or Meraki hosted authentication.

• Machine authentication: Preshared keys (a.k.a., shared secret).

When using Meraki hosted authentication, VPN account/user name setting on client devices (e.g., PC or Mac) is the user email address entered in the Dashboard.

Open Start Menu > Search 'VPN' > Click Change virtual private networks (VPN)

From the VPN settings page, click Add a VPN connection.

In the Add a VPN connection dialog:

• Set the VPN provider to Windows (built-in)
• Provide a Connection name for the VPN connection
• Specify a public IP address (found in Dashboard, under Security appliance > Monitor > Appliance status > Uplink ) or hostname for the Server name or address
• Select L2TP/IPsec with pre-shared key for the VPN type
• Provide a User name and Password (optional)

After the VPN connection has been created, click Change adapter options under Related settings.

Right click on the VPN Connection from the list of adapters and click Properties.

Despite the name 'Unencrypted PAP', the client's password is sent encrypted over an IPsec tunnel between the client device and the MX. The password is fully secure and never sent in clear text over either the WAN or the LAN.

Click on 'Advanced settings'

In Advanced Properties dialog box, choose 'Use preshared key for authentication' and enter the same key you used for the client VPN settings in the Dashboard. Note: if you are enabling client VPN for your employees, you will need to distribute this key.

Back at the Network Connections window, right-click on the VPN connection and click Connect / Disconnect.

Find your VPN profile and click Connect.

Windows XP

Currently only the following authentication mechanisms are supported:

• User authentication: Active Directory (AD), RADIUS, or Meraki hosted authentication.
• Machine authentication: Preshared keys (a.k.a., shared secret).

When using Meraki hosted authentication, use the email address for VPN account / user name.

Open Start Menu > Control Panel, click on Network Connections.

In the Network Tasks section, click on Create a new connection.

Choose Connect to the network at my workplace, in the New Connection Wizard window.

Choose Virtual Private Network connection in the next section.

Then, give a name for this connection:

Enter the public IP address for the MX appliance (found in Dashboard, under Security appliance > Monitor > Appliance status > Uplink ):

In the Connect <Connection Name> box, click on Properties

In the General tab, verify that the public IP address or the URL of the MX appliance.

Despite the name 'Unencrypted PAP', the client's password is sent encrypted over an IPsec tunnel between the client device and the MX. The password is fully secure and never sent in clear text over either the WAN or the LAN.

Linux

Since Client VPN uses the L2TP over IPsec standard, any Linux client that properly supports this standard should suffice. Please note that newer versions of Ubuntu do not ship with a VPN client that supports L2TP/IP, and will therefore require a 3rd party VPN client that supports the protocol.

Note: The xl2tp package does not send user credentials properly to the MX when using Meraki Cloud Controller authentication, and this causes the authentication request to fail. Active Directory or RADIUS authentication can be used instead for successful authentication.

Apple makes it easy to set up a VPN client that supports L2TP, PPTP, and IPSec. If your company has a private intranet that you need access to while on the road, or if you travel the globe and want your iPhone to think it's still in your home country (or a different country), a VPN will help you out. Here's how.

What is a VPN?

A virtual private network, or VPN, is a service that creates a direct connection from your computer to another network. Some businesses have an internal intranet that can only be accessed while you are on-location. A VPN can create a secure connection by rerouting the connection to that location. Ms publisher imagesetter when redirected using rdp for mac windows 7.

It is often used when logging onto a public Wi-Fi. It will redirect you to a different end-point so you won't be seen as using the public network.

It is also regularly used to make an iPhone look like it is physically in a different location. This is useful if you want to access regional services or content that isn't available in the country you are currently in.

Before you start

You can use a VPN service on your iPhone or iPad with ease. First, you'll need to pick a provider and install its app. We recommend ExpressVPN because it's easy to use, offers a fast, reliable connection, has great customer service, and it's affordable. With our special deal, you can save 49% on a one-year subscription and get three months of extra service for free.

There are also other great services like NordVPN, Surfshark, and plenty of others.

You can also configure your VPN client manually. To set up your VPN client manually, you will need the setup information before you start, like the server, remote ID, username, and password. If you don't have this information, ask your system administrator or tech support for your company, or contact your VPN service for help.

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How to set up a VPN service on your iPhone or iPad

The easiest way to set up a VPN client on your iPhone or iPad is through a provider like those listed above. Check out our roundup of the best VPN deals, sign up for one of those great services, and install the relevant app on your iOS device. Open it and sign into your account.

After signing in, you'll be prompted to give permission to add a VPN configuration to your iPhone. Tap Allow to have the VPN configured on your iPhone automatically.

You'll then be prompted to enter your passcode or Touch ID to give permission to change your VPN settings. Enter your passcode, or activate Touch ID.

Once the VPN is enabled, you can select and connect it at any time without having to open the app again (use the app to change location and adjust other settings).

1. Launch Settings from your Home screen.
2. Tap General.

3. Tap VPN.

   Source: iMore

4. If you have more than one, select the VPN client you want to use.

5. Toggle the Status switch on.

   Source: iMore

When you're done using the VPN, follow the instructions above to turn it off. Don't forget to turn it off, especially if you're on a free, limited plan.

How to manually configure a VPN on your iPhone or iPad

With your login information on-hand, you can manually configure a VPN client on your iPhone or iPad.

1. Launch Settings from your Home screen.

2. Tap General.

   Source: iMore

3. Tap VPN.

4. Tap Add VPN Configuration.

   Source: iMore

5. Tap Type.
6. Select your VPN type from IKEv2, IPSec, or L2TP.

7. Tap Back in the upper left corner to go back to the previous screen.

   Source: iMore

8. Enter the VPN settings information including description, server, and remote ID.
9. Enter your authentication login including your username (or certificate), and password.

10. If you use a proxy, enable it by tapping Manual or Auto, depending on your preferences.

    Source: iMore

11. Tap Done.

12. Under VPN Configurations, toggle the Status switch on.

    Source: iMore

When you're done using the VPN, go to Settings > VPN to turn it off. To enable the VPN again in the future. Go to Settings > VPN and toggle the Status switch on.

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Any questions?

Do you have any questions about manually configuring a VPN client on your iPhone or iPad? Put them in the comments and we'll help you out.

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Updated February 2020: Everything is up-to-date for iOS 13.

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