1. Install the Cisco VPN Client from

- Download the Cisco Virtual Private Network(VPN) software which establishes a secure connection between your laptop and Penn State's VPN server and enables you to connect wirelessly to network.

- Click on Windows V 4.0.3 and enter your Penn State user ID and password.

- Save to a convenient location such as your Desktop.

Unpack the file using the zcat and tar commands:

zcat vpnclient-solaris-3.7.3.A-k9.tar.Z | tar xvf -

pkgadd -d .vpnclient

restart your computer

Enter the following command to establish a connection:
vpnclient connect profilename
where profilename is <unknown>, <unknown> is used for remote access, <unknown> is used for access to the wireless network.
You will be prompted for userid and password - this is your PSU userid and password

After connected you can view status using:
vpnclient stat
To disconnect from the VPN server type the following at a command prompt:
vpnclient disconnect