How To...

The UTD VPN will allow you to access the UTD network from off campus. Below you will find instructions for logging into the VPN service and connecting to the UTD network.

Logging In

Step1) Open an internet browser (ie- Internet Explorer, FireFox, Safari, etc).

Step2) Go to http://utdvpn.utdallas.edu.

Step3) Enter your NetID and Password.

Step4) Select your Authentication Server. If you don't know what Authentication Server to choose, select Windows.

Step5) Click the Sign In button.

Connecting to the UTD Network

Step 1) After you log into the UTD VPN, you will see a Start button in the Client Application Sessions section of the screen, next to the Network Connect option. Click the Start button to connect to the UTD network.

Step 2) During the connection process, two dialogue boxes should appear asking for your permission to proceed. Click the Yes and Run buttons respectively.

How to Make Your Own Windows RDP Service Bookmarks

Step 1) After you have logged in, click on the

Step 2) Follow the instructions for filling out the following form on the next page

Step 3) When you are finished filling out the form, click the Add button to finish.

NOTE: you can also use this method for adding windows shares and SSH sessions too. If you need further help, click the Tips link in the top right corner of the page.

Disconnecting and Checking Status

Step 1) At any time during your VPN session you can check the status of your connection, or disconnect, by double clicking the yellow lock icon in your system tray (usually at the bottom right hand corner).

Step 2) If you wish to disconnect your session, click on the Sign Out button.

Step 3) The status should change from Connected to Please Wait, Disconnecting.

Step 4) You should return to the Home Screen for the VPN page.