The University of Florida (UF) provides a Virtual Private Network (VPN) service that allows students, faculty, and staff to securely access UF’s network resources from off-campus locations.
Using the UF VPN ensures a safe and encrypted connection, protecting sensitive data and allowing users to access restricted UF services. Setting up and connecting to the UF VPN is relatively straightforward, and this guide will walk you through the process for iPhone, Mac, and Android devices.
By following these steps, you’ll be able to establish a secure VPN connection and access UF resources remotely.
Setting up and connecting to the UF VPN (University of Florida Virtual Private Network) can vary slightly depending on the device you are using.
How to setup UF VPN & Connect on iPhone, Mac, Android
Here’s a general guide on how to set up and connect to the UF VPN on an iPhone, Mac, and Android device:
iPhone
a. Go to the App Store and search for the “Cisco AnyConnect” app.
b. Download and install the Cisco AnyConnect app on your iPhone.
c. Launch the app and accept any permissions it requests.
d. Enter “vpn.ufl.edu” in the VPN server field.
e. Tap “Connect” to establish a connection to the UF VPN.
f. Enter your GatorLink username and password when prompted.
g. Once connected, you should have access to the UF VPN services.
Mac
a. Open a web browser and go to the UF VPN website (vpn.ufl.edu).
b. Log in with your GatorLink username and password.
c. Click on the “AnyConnect” link to download the VPN client for Mac.
d. Run the downloaded installer and follow the on-screen instructions to install the Cisco AnyConnect client.
e. Launch the Cisco AnyConnect client from your Applications folder.
f. Enter “vpn.ufl.edu” in the VPN server field.
g. Click “Connect” and enter your GatorLink username and password when prompted.
h. Once connected, you should be able to access UF VPN services.
Android
a. Open the Google Play Store and search for the “Cisco AnyConnect” app.
b. Download and install the Cisco AnyConnect app on your Android device.
c. Launch the app and accept any permissions it requests.
d. Enter “vpn.ufl.edu” in the VPN server field.
e. Tap “Connect” to establish a connection to the UF VPN.
f. Enter your GatorLink username and password when prompted.
g. Once connected, you should have access to the UF VPN services.
NB: It’s important to note that you will need a valid GatorLink username and password to connect to the UF VPN. Additionally, some steps or screens may vary slightly depending on the specific version of the VPN client you are using.