Virtual Private Network (VPN)

Applications and VPN Requirements

VPN is not required for cloud services such as Email, Box, Google Drive, Google Hangouts Meet, Gradescope, Canvas, OneDrive, Teams, and Zoom.

For a full list of applications that require VPN, no VPN, or Remote Desktop visit:

• Apps for Faculty & Research
• Apps for Staff
• Apps for Students

About VPN

IMSS offers encrypted VPN service to connect to campus network resources and applications from off-campus locations. We highly recommend using the AnyConnect VPN software when connecting to Caltech services while traveling. Please note that while VPN secures your connection by encrypting network traffic between your device and campus, we strongly recommend always using your computer's built-in firewall to protect from possible network-based attacks.

Features

• Caltech VPN supports the Cisco's AnyConnect SSL-VPN client
• AnyConnect Uses SSL protocol, very similar to a web browser
• Installation is done through a web browser or mobile app store
• Software updates are automatic and do not require a system reboot
• Policies from other institutions can be used with AnyConnect

1. Go to https://help.caltech.edu and create a ticket.
2. Select request type: IMSS>Network Wireless & Remote Access>VPN Request Form

1. Go to https://vpn.caltech.edu.
2. Enter your access.caltech user name credentials when prompted.
3. Download and install the client.
4. Enter vpn.caltech.edu when connecting.

For Phones and Tablets

1. Download Cisco AnyConnect from the application store.
2. Enter the server address: vpn.caltech.edu
3. Enter your access.caltech user name credentials when prompted.