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Install VPN GlobalProtect Client for University of Miami

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Setup for Mac OS

  1. Download and install the GlobalProtect client, available at: https://miami.box.com/vpn
  2. Open the GlobalProtect VPN client application.
    • Select “Settings” from the triple bar menu icon in the top right corner.
    • Select the “+” button and enter “vpn.miami.edu” in the Portal Address field.
  3. Select Connect.
    • A web browser interface should launch, which will display the University’s CaneID login screen. Enter your CaneID credentials and confirm via Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA).
  4. If the connection is successful, the client should say “Connected.”

Setup for Windows

  1. Download and install the GlobalProtect client, available at: https://miami.box.com/vpn
  2. Open the GlobalProtect VPN client application.
    • Select “Settings” from the triple bar menu icon in the top right corner.
    • Select the “Add” button and enter “vpn.miami.edu” in the Portal Address field.
  3. Select Connect.
    • A web browser interface should launch, which will display the University’s CaneID login screen. Enter your CaneID credentials and confirm via Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA).
  4. If the connection is successful, the client should say “Connected.”

For iOS and Android

  1. Install the GlobalProtect client from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
  2. Configure the client to connect to the VPN portal address at “vpn.miami.edu”
  3. Tap the shield icon that states “TAP TO CONNECT.”
    • When prompted, enter your CaneID credentials and confirm via Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA).
  4. If the connection is successful, the client should say “Connected.”