How to Configure a VPN Connection on Your Mac

To set up a Virtual Private Network (VPN) connection on your Mac, you'll need to follow these steps. First, you'll need an identifier from your VPN provider, which will be used to authenticate your connection.

Enter Your VPN Identifier and Credentials

Once you have your VPN identifier, enter it in the 'VPN identifier' field. You'll also need to supply a username and password to log into the VPN server. Make sure to select the correct VPN connection type from the list of vendors provided.

Choose Your Authentication Method

You can choose how devices authenticate to the VPN server by selecting an authentication method. This includes options such as certificate profiles, which can be used to authenticate your connection.

Enter the VPN Server Address and Base Connection Name

Next, enter the IP address or fully qualified domain name of the VPN server that you want to connect to. You'll also need to give your VPN connection a base name, which will appear in the list of available connections on your device.

Additional Settings

Depending on your specific needs, you may also want to consider setting up split tunneling for Microsoft 365. This allows you to bypass the VPN for certain types of traffic, such as Outlook. If you're experiencing latency or performance issues with your third-party VPN, you may need to remove it and use a different solution.

Configuring Your VPN Device Profile

To configure your VPN device profile on Intune, follow these steps. First, create a new macOS VPN device configuration profile using the settings provided in this article. Depending on the settings you choose, not all values may be configurable.

In addition to these settings, it's important to note that Microsoft 365 network connectivity principles are designed to provide secure and reliable connections for remote work scenarios. For more information on how to achieve modern security controls in today's unique remote work scenarios, check out our blog post on the topic.

By following these steps and configuring your VPN connection correctly, you'll be able to ensure a secure and reliable connection to your network from your Mac device.

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