FAQs: VPN Software for Linux

Linux VPN Client Distribution Files
Linux System Requirements
Notes on Running the Client
Support

The Linux VPN client is distributed as a service to our customers who use Linux and would like to use the VPN service. However, we do not offer support for the Linux client at this time. For installation instructions, read Chapter 2 of the User Guide.

Linux VPN Client Distribution Files

vpnclient-linux-4.8.02.0030 - newest vpn client (1.95 MB)

vpnclient-linux-4.8.01.0640

vpnclient-linux-4.7.00.0640

vpnclient-linux-4.60.03.0190

uofu.pcf - the user profile (1KB)

Cisco Release Notes 4.6

vpnclient-linux-4.8.02.0030-readme.txt

vpnclient-linux-4.8.01.0640-readme.txt

vpnclient-linux-4.7.00.0640-readme.txt

vpnclient-linux-4.60.03.0190-readme.txt

To download the distribution file, click on the file name. To download the file uofu.pcf , use the "Download link to disk" (Internet Explorer) or "Save this link as" (Netscape) or equivalent option of your browser.

Linux System Requirements

A computer with an Intel x86 processor, 32 MB Ram, 50 MB hard disk space, RedHat Version 6.2 or later Linux (Intel), or compatible libraries with glibc Version 2.1.1-6 or later, using kernel Versions 2.2.12 or later.

Note: The VPN Client for Linux does not support SMP (multiprocessor) or 64-bit processor kernels.

Notes on Running the Client

Before running the VPN client, you must first establish a connection to the Internet through your Internet Service Provider (ISP).
To invoke the VPN client, open the Terminal application and on the command line type:
vpnclient connect uofu
Note: When you specify the profile, do NOT include .pcf as part of the profile name.
The VPN Client for Linux does not support kernel Version 2.5 prior to VPN Client Release 4.0.1.A and does not support SMP (multiprocessor) kernels in any release of the VPN Client.

Support

We do not offer support for installing or using the Linux VPN client at this time. However, if you are having problems accessing the University network or using your University Network ID (uNID), call the Campus Help Desk at 581-4000 or send Email to helpdesk@utah.edu.

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