VPN Access
Information about Virtual Private Network (VPN)
The Joint Network Center (Gemeinsame Netzwerkzentrum, GNZ) provides flexible access to a virtual private network (VPN) to FHI employees. This VPN allows you access to local resources (home directories, protected web content) and to online journal subscriptions at the FHI.
Schematic view of a VPN-Connection
Some basic notes:
VPN is a way to extend the local area network (LAN) of the FHI to the home user via an established internet connection so that access to internal resources is possible from home or other locations outside the FHI, resources such as publishers and their online journals (Elsevier, Sciencedirect, etc.).
Used Hardware and Software:
The GNZ uses a professional hardware and software solution made by Cisco for our VPN services. The combination of the used Cisco hardware and the self-installing Cisco AnyConnect client software is optimal for FHI users.
Stand-alone VPN client software installation:
Due to changed license conditions, the software can no longer be offered to the public. A password for the software download can be requested by contacting the GNZ-Team.
- Software Download: Linux 64bit, Windows, MAC OS X
- For mobile devices with iOS and Android, please download the Cisco AnyConnect software from the AppStore or GogglePlay
In some cases and on certain platforms, problems may occurs while installing the software, mostly caused by conflicting VPN software.
If you have any questions regarding the installation and use of VPN, please contact the GNZ-Team.