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WiscVPN - Troubleshooting the Palo Alto GlobalProtect Client (Windows)

This doc outlines the typical troubleshooting steps to follow when WiscVPN (Palo Alto GlobalProtect) is not working on a Windows machine.

Uninstall and Reinstall Palo Alto Globalprotect

WiscVPN - Uninstalling the Palo Alto GlobalProtect Client (Windows)
Update your Windows Folder settings to show hidden files and folders.
- On Windows 10: Hit the Windows key on your keyboard, then type (without quotes) "Show hidden", then click the option that says "Show hidden files and folders", then click the line that says "Show hidden files, folders, and drives", then press Apply, then OK.
Delete the following folders on your Windows computer:
- C:\Program Files\Palo Alto Networks
- C:\Users\[username]\AppData\Local\Palo Alto Networks
Reinstall Palo Alto GlobalProtect
- WiscVPN - Installing the Palo Alto GlobalProtect Client (Windows)
Re-attempt to login: WiscVPN - Connecting to the Palo Alto GlobalProtect Client (Windows)

Common Error Messages

"mfc120u.dll is missing"

When attempting to start the client, if you receive an error message stating “The program can’t start because mfc120u.dll is missing from your computer. Try reinstalling the program to fix this problem,” you can resolve the error by installing the Visual C++ runtime files which are downloadable in the following link: Visual C++ Redistributable Packages Download

Instructions for installing the C++ Redistributable Packages

Click the link above. It will take you to the Microsoft website.
Select the language you prefer from the dropdown menu and click the red "Download" button.
Select the appropriate version, 32-bit (x86) or 64-bit (x64).
- To find the correct version for your machine, go to this document: Windows (Vista, 7, 8, &10) - Determining 32-bit or 64-bit Versions
- If you cannot find the version for your computer, you may need to select the 'vcredist_arm.exe' version
Follow download and installation prompts.
Once installed, try to open GlobalProtect again.

Resolving an Incorrect Portal Address

First, click on the hamburger menu in the top right and click 'Settings'.
Then, in the General tab of Settings, you can select the currently listed portal address under 'Portal', and click the 'Delete' button.
After deleting, click the 'Add' button and type uwmadison.vpn.wisc.edu to add the new portal address. Then, you can attempt to connect again.

Fetching the GlobalProtect Logs

Providing the logs will help DoIT Technicians better assist in the troubleshooting process.

Find the GlobalProtect icon in the system tray and click the icon.
Click the hamburger menu, then click 'Settings'.
Click the 'Troubleshooting' tab, then click 'Collect Logs".
Once the logs have been collected, click 'Open Folder'.
You will see a file named 'GlobalProtectLogs.zip'. Attach that file to the open ticket or email to send the logs to the Help Desk agent. Alternatively, upload the file to a cloud provider (Google Drive/OneDrive/Box), and email the link to the file to the Help Desk agent.

Troubleshooting Static IP Accounts

When experiencing issues with a static IP account, try refreshing the connection. To do this, follow these steps.

Open GlobalProtect and connect with your NetID.
Once connected, click on the hamburger menu in the top right.
Then, click Refresh Connection. Note: This will prompt you to login again.

Review general Static IP account troubleshooting here: WiscVPN - Static IP Troubleshooting

Additional Help

Please contact the DoIT Help Desk: Get Help from DoIT

Keywords:	globalprotect global protect windows 10 7 error issue fix vpn wisc microsoft "not working" palo alto Suggest keywords	Doc ID:	84893
Owner:	Reid M.	Group:	DoIT Help Desk
Created:	2018-08-15 07:52 CDT	Updated:	2023-04-24 12:53 CDT
Sites:	DoIT Help Desk, Network Services
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