KSOM VPN - Connect/Disconnect

The KSOM VPN allows you to connect to the KSOM network while you are off-site.

The KSOM VPN is used by both School of Medicine and UNLV Health employees.

Use of VPN is only needed when you are off-site & not connected to the SOM/UNLVMed networks.

Attempting to connect to VPN while on-site can cause significant errors and disruptions.

You must install the client before attempting these instructions.

1	From the taskbar, click the AnyConnect Client icon. Click ^ to expand the taskbar to see all icons if necessary.
2	The AnyConnect client will open. Ensure the server name is showing, vpn.ksom.unlv.edu, and choose Connect.
3	When prompted, enter your SOM credentials: Username: firstname.lastname
4	Once connected, the AnyConnect icon will show a lock.

1	Double-click the Remote Desktop icon created during setup.
2	If prompted, enter your SOM username and password.

1

Hover your mouse at the top of the screen on the remote computer and a blue bar will appear.

Click the X to disconnect.

2

On the remote computer, open the Windows Start Menu. Click on the Profile Picture and choose Sign Out.

1	In the taskbar, right-click on the AnyConnect Client icon.
2	Choose Disconnect.

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