What is remote access VPN?
Remote access VPN client side software creates a VPN tunnel to the Network Access server located in New Delhi through existing internet infrastructure and data transfer happens in a secured manner.
What is VPN and how do I use it?
Overview VPN is a tool that enables you to access one computer from another. Typical uses for Pop Center members would be 1) access their pop center computer from a home computer or laptop 2) access HSPH Kresge computers from the pop center 3) access the HSPH network drives from a non-HSPH internet connection.
What are the different types of VPNs?
There are two common types of VPN. Remote-access, also called a virtual private dial-up network (VPDN), is a user-to-LAN connection used by a company that has employees who need to connect to the private network from various remote locations.
What is the VPN architectural feature?
The VPN architectural feature is made to deliver a dependable and safe network that is not in line with regular networks that provide a higher trust and a higher secure channel between user and organization.
What is remote access VPN?
In remote access VPN, you might want users on the remote networks to access the Internet through your device. However, because the remote users are entering your device on the same interface that faces the Internet (the outside interface), you need to bounce Internet traffic right back out of the outside interface. This technique is sometimes called hair pinning.
Where does remote access VPN problem originate?
Remote access VPN connection issues can originate in the client or in the Firepower Threat Defense device configuration. The following topics cover the main troubleshooting problems you might encounter.
What is FQDN in VPN?
If you configure a fully-qualified hostname (FQDN) for the outside interface when configuring the remote access VPN connection, the system creates a client profile for you. This profile enables the default settings. You need to create and upload client profiles only if you want non-default behavior. Note that client profiles are optional: if you do not upload one, AnyConnect clients will use default settings for all profile-controlled options.
How to install AnyConnect profile editor?
Download and install the stand-alone AnyConnect “Profile Editor - Windows / Standalone installer (MSI).” The installation file is for Windows only, and has the file name anyconnect-profileeditor-win-<version>-k9.msi, where <version> is the AnyConnect version. For example, anyconnect-profileeditor-win-4.3.04027-k9.msi. You must also install Java JRE 1.6 (or higher) before installing the profile editor. Obtain the AnyConnect profile editor from software.cisco.com in the AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client category. Note that this package contains all of the profile editors, not just the one for the VPN client.
How to complete a VPN connection?
To complete a VPN connection, your users must install the AnyConnect client software. You can use your existing software distribution methods to install the software directly. Or, you can have users install the AnyConnect client directly from the Firepower Threat Defense device.
What is AnyConnect client profile?
AnyConnect client profiles are downloaded to clients along with the AnyConnect client software. These profiles define many client-related options, such as auto connect on startup and auto reconnect, and whether the end user is allowed to change the option from the AnyConnect client preferences and advanced settings.
Where to download AnyConnect software?
Download the required AnyConnect software packages from software.cisco.com to your workstation.