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When connecting from off-campus, there are several remote options based on your needs. Please note that you will be prompted for multi-factor authentication through Duo during login to the VPN or VMware Horizon for remote access.
Welcome to VPN
When connecting from off-campus, there are several remote options based on your needs including the university's virtual private network (VPN) or the use of remote desktop and applications. Please note that you will be prompted for multi-factor authentication through Duo during login to the VPN. Registration and installation of Duo will need to be completed prior to using either option.
Working Off-Campus
Install and register for Duo Security first. The Duo app will turn your mobile phone (highly recommended), iPad, tablet or landline into a multi-factor authenticator.
In addition to using your university password to access the VPN, a second authentication method is required through Duo. To get started using the GlobalProtect VPN service you'll need to be sure you have registered first with Duo Security.
Download and install the university's VPN based on the device that you want to use. Refer to the table below for your options.
Once you have opened the GlobalProtect client, enter your primary campus VPN portal:
CU Denver VPN portal is: dc-vpn.ucdenver.edu
CU Anschutz Medical Campus VPN portal is: amc-vpn.ucdenver.edu
Yes, in addition to using your university password to access the VPN GlobalProtect, a second authentication method is required through Duo. The combination of using Duo and GlobalProtect adds a layer of security over your password and data, and the university's data, when connecting remotely.
You can connect from any remote location that is not on the campuses’ trusted or wired networks. These include guest wireless, your home office, Starbucks, the mountains, the beach, etc.
Some countries, such as China, have a regulatory restriction on VPN clients that are not approved by the government. Please check with your provider to determine if their firewall allows VPN.