NOTE: In order to create a VPN connection, you will need a previously configured Internet connection under Mac OS X 10.3 or Mac OS X 10.4. This tutorial assumes that you have an established connection.

If you are using wireless you must first connect to the vpn.cecs.pdx.edu wirless network.

Important things to know before you start:

YOU MUST ALREADY HAVE A CECS WINDOWS ACCOUNT TO USE THE VPN. Please see one of our front desks for an account if you're eligible.

If you have a new account, you must have logged into a CECS Window box and changed your password (you will be prompted upon first login). If you don't do this, you will not be able to access the VPN.

• Step 1: Open the "Internet Connect"
• Click your airport signal and select open internet connect
• Open Applications | Utilities | Internet Connect

 
• Step 2: Select File | New VPN connection
• Select PPP and click next

 
• Step 3: Fill out the following information
• Server Address: vpn.cecs.pdx.edu
• Account Name: cecs_username_here
• Password: cecs_password_here
• Check the "Show VPN status in menu bar" box

 
 
• Step 4: Select Internet Connect | Quit Internet Connect

• When asked to save, enter 'vpn.cecs.pdx.edu' and select save

 
• Step 5: Connect
• Select the new VPN icon next to your airport signal icon and select connect