VPN Connection - Linux

St. Olaf IT maintains a virtual private network (VPN) for use by college faculty, staff and students. A VPN allows computers off campus (e.g. at your home) to securely connect to the St. Olaf network and function as if it was on campus. It allows access to server files and applications that are restricted to on campus users. Please note that library resources do not require VPN.

Step 1 - Download & Install the VPN

Debian

1. Download pan_gp.deb from the Attachments section on the right (or below, depending on your browser).
2. In a terminal, run the following command:    apt install pan_gp.deb

RedHat

1. Download pan_gp.rpm from the Attachments section on the right (or below, depending on your browser). 
2. In a terminal, run the following command:    yum install pan_gp.rpm

Step 2 - Setup VPN 

1. The VPN (GlobalProtect) will pop-up up (it might take a minute). 
2. For the Portal Address field, enter pan.stolaf.edu, then select Connect. 
3. When prompted to log into Google, enter your St. Olaf email and password and complete your 2-step verification.