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Connecting to the WID VPN
Instructions for connecting to the WID VPN and DUO MFA Setup
Before you setup VPN you will need to setup DUO Multi-Factor Authentication, below is instructions and explanation on how to set this up. First time setup guides will be under the Additional Information section in the link below.
If you HAVE used the UW VPN before, click here.
If you HAVE NOT used the UW VPN before, click here.
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Install the GlobalProtect client
macOS
Windows personal computerIf you are installing Global Protect on a personal computer you can open the program Software Center to install it
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Open GlobalProtect and enter "wid.vpn.wisc.edu" in the box
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Click Connect
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Enter your NetID and Password
When you see this window, it means you have successfully connected
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Open GlobalProtect and click the 3 bars in the top right of the window and select Settings
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Click the plus button
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Enter "wid.vpn.wisc.edu" into the box and click add
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Close the Settings window and open GlobalProtect
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Make sure that "wid.vpn.wisc.edu" is selected as the portal and click Connect
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Enter your NetID and Password
When you see this window, it means you have successfully connected