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Windows 9x VPN HOW-TO Use |
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The following article discusses how to use the VPN client on Windows 9x and Windows NT4 (SP5 and below).
This article assumes that you have a properly installed and configured wireless network adapter on your Windows 9x or Windows NT4 (SP5 and below)-based computer. If you have not yet installed or configured your wireless adapter, first follow the instructions provided by your wireless network card manufacturer, then return to these instructions. If you are having problems with the installation or configuration of your wireless network card, contact the manufacturer of your wireless network adapter.
This article also assumes that you have successfully installed and configured the VPN client. If you have not installed or configured the VPN client, first follow the instructions in the article "Installing the VPN Client", then return to these instructions.
Using the VPN Client
- Start the Cisco VPN client by clicking on 'Start' -> 'Programs' -> 'Cisco Systems VPN Client' -> 'VPN Client'.
- Under the 'Connection Entries' tab, double-click the appropriate profile (SIUC-other, SIUC-staff, SIUC-student, Vendors).
- In the 'Username' field, enter your Kerberos ID. In the 'Password' field, enter your Kerberos password. Click 'OK'.
- Once you have connected successfully the 'locked padlock' icon will appear in your system tray.
- You may now visit sites with your web browser, check your email and connect and use the services available via the internet.
Disconnecting from the SIUC Wireless Network
- Right-click on the 'locked padlock' icon in the system tray, select 'Disconnect'.
- The 'locked padlock' icon will change to an 'unlocked padlock'.
- You have successfully disconnected the VPN client and no longer have access to the SIUC Wireless network.
- You may right-click the 'unlocked padlock' icon in the system tray and select 'Exit VPN Client' to exit the VPN client application.
- You have successfully exited from the VPN client application.
For more information or help please contact the Computer Support Center at 453-5155.
