Connect from off-campus to the campus network via Virtual Private Network (VPN). 

Benefits

• Access to Shared Drive files from university equipment while not on campus.
• Access to specific pieces of institutional software while not on campus.
• Allows remote desktop access to on-campus systems.
• Can be used to allow access through certain firewalls.

Getting Started

• Utilize the instructions below to ensure your university computer has VPN installed. 
• Check to see if access needs to be requested or if it is granted as a condition of employment in the Requirements section below.

Available To

• Faculty
• Staff

Requirements

• University employees have VPN access as a condition of their employment, no request is needed.
• If student employees need VPN access, please submit an access request at uwo.sh/service-portal

Helpful Links

VPN – Install and Connect Non-Campus Mac – KnowledgeBase
VPN – Install and Connect Campus-Owned Mac – KnowledgeBase
VPN – Install and Connect Non-Campus Windows Device – KnowledgeBase
VPN – Install and Connect Campus-Owned Windows Device – KnowledgeBase