Linux: How to set up VPN remote access

2. Accept the terms of use

The first time you open the eduVNP app, you must accept the displayed privacy statement by clicking on the corresponding button.

3. Add the eduVPN server

Open the eduVPN client and search for "Universität Konstanz". Select "Universität Konstanz" in the field "Institute Access" (please do not choose "Secure Internet Access", as this will result in an error message at the next step!).

4. Login

The Shibboleth login window will open in your browser.

Please enter your university account ("firstname.lastname", without "@uni-konstanz.de").

5. Approve use of the eduVPN client

After logging in via Shibboleth, you will need to approve use of the eduVPN client.

After giving your approval, you can close the browser window.

    6. Connect via VPN

    To connect via VPN, open the eduVPN client and click on the eduvpn.uni-konstanz.de server. If the connection is not established automatically, simply use the slider to connect manually.

    The slider will appear green once you are connected.

      7. End the connection

      1. To end the connection, please open the eduVPN client.
      2. Use the slider to disconnect. It will appear grey afterwards to indicate that the connection has ended.