VPN Set Up & Connection on Your Device

As noted in the previous video, the campus' Office of Information Technology (OIT) provides the VPN and has clear set-up instructions. Follow the steps below to install and connect to the VPN. Visit the hyperlinked web pages.

Step 1: One-Time Set-Up

• Locate the setup instructions you need, based on your operating system, from OIT’sKnowledge site.Note:This link will open in a new tab. Return to this tab to finish the rest of this activity.
• Find "Connecting to UC Merced VPN" instructions for your MAC or Windows devices.
• Follow the links to view Instructions with screenshots.
• Proceed to set-up the VPN on your device. You only need to install it once.

Step 2: Anytime You Want to Connect

• When at an off-campus location, connect to the VPN before you start your research. Locate the "Connecting to UC Merced VPN" instructions you need on OIT’sKnowledge site at its Service Hub.
• You will connect with your UCMnetID and password.
• You will need to complete your 2-Factor Authentication.
• Connecting will only take a few seconds!

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Help

If you have any difficulties with the VPN set-up, please visit the OIT's websiteit.ucmerced.edu for assistance options. You can contact them via chat, phone, schedule an appointment, or visit one of their locations.