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Remote Access to the Network

The Virtual Private Network (VPN) service was retired on Thursday 30 September 2021.

To access the Edinburgh Napier University network remotely staff members can either:

Use a Managed Laptop - find out more about the Managed Laptop Service
Use the Virtual Desktop Service (VDS) to access an Edinburgh Napier desktop - find out more about the VDS

The Virtual Private Network (VPN)

The VPN was retired on Thursday 30 September 2021 however some staff members may have been granted temporary access.

Guidance for installing and using the VPN can be found below:

VPN user guide for Windows

VPN user guide for Macs

There are several stages you need to go through to set up the VPN and Remote Connect to your office PC outlined in the user guide:

Step 1 – Prepare Work PC for Remote Desktop
Step 2 - Add VPN URL as a Trusted Site in Internet Explorer if required
Step 3 – Install the VPN Client
Step 4 – Start the VPN Client
Step 5 - Connect to Work PC with Remote Desktop
Step 6 - Log off from Work PC via Remote Desktop and Disconnect VPN.

If you require help with the set up process please contact the IS Service Desk.

Please note: if using Remote Desktop Connection to connect to your office PC then ensure you disconnect from the Remote Connection without shutting down your office PC - show me how