WiscVPN - Installing the GlobalProtect Client (Windows)
This document describes how to download, install, and connect the WiscVPN PaloAlto GlobalProtect VPN client onto a Windows computer.
Note: This client is compatible only with Windows 7 and later.
Note: If you are having trouble installing WiscVPN, try disabling Symantec Endpoint Protection on your machine. When you are done with the installation, re-enable Symantec. Reboot your computer before trying to connect to WiscVPN.
Note: It is a common mistake to download the app version from the Windows store, which is not part of the standard installation process. Please make sure to download the client below.
Download the Client
- Windows (32-Bit)
- Windows (64-Bit)
If you are unsure of which version to download, please see Windows (Vista, 7, 8, &10) - Determining 32-bit or 64-bit Versions .
Instructions for Installing the GlobalProtect VPN Client
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After downloading the file, navigate to your Downloads folder and locate the .msi file. Double-click it to begin the installation.
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Follow the prompts given to you by the setup wizard.
If a Windows Security prompt pops up, please click "Allow".
If you experience issues installing WiscVPN using Global Protect on Windows, please see WiscVPN - Troubleshooting the PaloAlto GlobalProtect Client (Windows).
For more information about connecting with the Global Protect client or which portal to use, please see WiscVPN - Connecting with the GlobalProtect (PaloAlto) Client.