SUNY Cobleskill FortiClient VPN provides a secure connection to on campus resources from off campus.
Unsure of when to use VPN? Here are some simple tips to follow.
VPN Required
- from off campus only
- remote desktop connection
- connect to network shares
- Banner Prod
VPN Not Required
- Webmail
- TEAMS meetings, chats, calls, screen sharing
- Moodle
- Zoom meetings
- Online training/presentations/video streaming
- YouTube
Why do I get booted off VPN
- VPN security protocol requires re-authentication (log in again) after 8 hours
- VPN security protocol disconnects idle connections with no user interaction after 30 minutes
Software available for download on the CampusApps OneDrive Share.