What is the University of Michigan VPN?
The University of Michigan’s Virtual Private Network (UMVPN) creates a secure, encrypted connection between your device and the U-M network and enables access to university resources from untrusted networks. The service enables users to:
What is U-M VPN?
Virtual Private Network (VPN) The University of Michigan’s Virtual Private Network (UMVPN) creates a secure, encrypted connection between your device and the U-M network and enables access to university resources from untrusted networks. The service enables users to:
What is mobile and remote technology (DirectAccess)?
Mobile and remote technology, or DirectAccess, allows off-campus network access for Windows devices without connecting using a Virtual Private Network (VPN). Connect to the UMICH VPN to access your home directory and department drives from off-campus.
How do I access remote access from off-campus?
Remote access from off-campus to any system or application on the U-M network maintaining Restricted, High, or Moderate data must be via the encrypted VPN.
Access the CLSE for Windows
Windows Remote Desktop Service Connect to the CLSE for Windows using the VMware Horizon Client. Learn more…
Access the CLSE for Linux
Connect to the CLSE for Linux using the using the CAEN VNC client, or SSH. Learn more…
Access Your Online File Storage
Windows Home Directories Access the files stored in your CAEN Windows Home Directory from your personal computer. Learn more…
Windows Devices
Mobile and remote technology, or DirectAccess, allows off-campus network access for Windows devices without connecting using a Virtual Private Network (VPN).
Mac Devices
Connect to the UMICH VPN to access your home directory and department drives from off-campus. The UMICH VPN is installed on Macs. If you are using the VPN for the first time, you may need to add it to your menu bar.
Connecting to Server
Note If you are off-campus (or, in some cases, using Wi-Fi on campus), you will need to connect to the University VPN before you will be able to successfully use X2Go. In general, this will apply in the same situations where you need VPN for using SSH. If you are not sure about this, you may choose to try a regular SSH connection first.
Additional Information
X2Go uses port 22 (SSH), so make sure your firewall accepts this port.
What authentication is required for Linux remote login?
The Linux Remote Login Service requires the use of Duo two-factor authentication (2FA). If you already have a Duo code from SMS message or security token, you can enter it into the Duo Choice field. Otherwise, leaving the field set to 1 will tell Duo to send a new code to your first enrolled device.
Is there a VNC client for Linux?
While there is not a VNC client available for Linux computers, most Linux operating systems provide a way to connect natively. Refer to the article for: How do I connect to the CAEN VNC servers from my personal Linux computer?
What is UMVPN in Michigan?
The University of Michigan’s Virtual Private Network (UMVPN) creates a secure, encrypted connection between your device and the U-M network and enables access to university resources from untrusted networks. The service enables users to:
What is access application?
access applications or data which require an on campus connection (e.g., academic resources, on campus compute and storage services, IT development environments and tools, etc.)
Does U-M require VPN?
Remote access from off-campus to any system or application on the U-M network maintaining Restricted, High, or Moderate data must be via the encrypted VPN.
Can I use VPN with University of Michigan?
Sponsored affiliates are able to use the VPN if they are issued a University of Michigan ID (UMID) number with their sponsorship credentials. A separate profile is available for university alumni and retirees. To configure your device to use the VPN, visit the Getting Started page.
