Connecting to a Virtual Private Network (VPN) provides users access to network resources from an off-campus location.  

Follow these steps to set-up the Microsoft VPN on your computer. 

1. Click Start
2. Select Settings or Search for Settings
3. select Network & Internet
4. select VPN
5. select Add VPN
6. enter the following information:
   • VPN Provider - Windows (built-in)
   • Connection Name - MSTATE VPN
   • Server name or address for Faculty and Staff - vpn2.minnesota.edu 
   • Server name for Students - SpartanVPN.minnesota.edu
   • VPN type - Automatic (or try SSTP if Automatic doesn't work)
   • Type of sign-in info - User name and password
   • User name (optional) -  leave blank
   • Password (optional) -  leave blank
   • uncheck Remember my sign-in info
7. click Save

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