How do I get RISD VPN?

GlobalProtect is available for our community to connect to RISD's network from home.

Do I need VPN to work from off-campus?

This would depend on the files or services you need to access. Not all RISD services require VPN to connect off-campus. Below is a quick chart to help you determine your VPN need. Not sure? Contact the IT Service Desk.

Available off-campus
Requires VPN to connect off-campus
Google Apps (Email, Drive, Calendar, etc)
Google Apps ** in certain restricted international locations
Dropbox
Shared Drives
Canvas

Raiser's Edge

Follow the instructions to install and configure the program. After GlobalProtect is configured, you'll sign in with your RISD account username and password to establish the secure VPN connection to the RISD network.

Mac
Windows
Android
iOS

Requirements

Internet access from your remote location
RISD username and password
Computer that meets the minimum system requirements

Best Practices

Test the VPN connection from your remote location before you need to use it!
Disconnect the VPN connection when not in use.
Make sure the GlobalProtect software is up-to-date

How to check your version of GlobalProtect

Click the GlobalProtect icon
Click the Menu icon
Select About