How to connect to the VPN using Mac OS
In order to connect to the ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓÆµ VPN, your DUO two-factor authentication (2FA) must be properly configured. Please contact us at [] if you need assistance.
Step 1.- Setting up the VPN
- Download the
- Download the DUO app in your cellphone and set it up.
- You may need to allow downloads in your computer. Click on "Allow" if promted. 
 
  
- Double-click the pkg to install. On the next screen click Continue, and then again in the two following screens. Then, click on Instal 
  
- If prompted, enter your username and password, then click on Install Software. On the next window, select Close. 
 
  
Step 2.- Connecting to the VPN
- After the Application appears from the Task Bar at the top of your screen, go ahead and enter the portal address:  myvpn.utep.edu  
 
  
- Click on Connect. On the next screen, enter your ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓÆµ credentials, then click on Sign In.
- Aprove the DUO Push notification on your phone. 
 
  
- If GlobalProtect just spins when trying to connect:
- Open System Preferences
- Open the Security and Privary Preferences and then select General
- Click the lock icon on the bottom left of the window to make changes and modify 
 preferences
- When prompted, enter your Mac username and password and then Unlock the 
 preferences
- Click Allow next to the message System software from developer “Palo Alto Networks” 
 was blocked from loading
 
Step 3.- Disconecting from the VPN
- When you are done using the VPN,, click on the disconnect button. 
 
  
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