See below for instructions on how to install and configure the GlobalProtect Always On VPN.

Once your device is configured the GlobalProtect Always On VPN will connect automatically.

Windows - How do I install GlobalProtect?

  • From the Start Menu open the Software Center app.
  • Under Applications find and click the GlobalProtect app. If you don't see GlobalProtect in the Applications tab it may already be installed.
Image of the GlobalProtect Icon
  • Click the Install button.

Windows - How do I connect GlobalProtect for the first time?

After installation, you will see the Global Protect window. Click Connect.

GlobalProtect login screen
  • Note: If you don't see this window click on the GlobalProtect taskbar icon. 

    GlobalProtect taskbar icon
  • Enter your HawkID and HawkID password and click Connect.
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Windows - How do I reconnect after changing my HawkID password?

After you change your HawkID password, GlobalProtect will prompt you for your new HawkID password. The prompt may happen several hours after your password is changed.

To reconnect the VPN client enter your new HawkID password and click Connect.

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Windows - How do I log in to a new device off campus?

  1. Connect your device to the internet with a 

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      Wifi or 

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     Ethernet connection.

  2. At bottom of the Sign-in page click Sign-in options.
Click Sign-In Options
  1. Click the global and shield icon of GlobalProtect.
GlobalProtect Icon
  1. Wait for your device to connect. This may take up to 90 seconds.
Screenshot of Global Connecting
  1. Once connected log in with your HawkID and HawkID password.
Screenshot of Global connected

macOS - How do I install GlobalProtect?

Installation:

  • Inside the macOS Applications folder, open the Self Service app.
  • Login with your HawkID credentials.
  • In the Core Software section, find and click the GlobalProtect Install button.
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  • Click Install again to install.

macOS - How do I connect GlobalProtect for the first time?

First-time connection:

  • After installation, you will see the Global Protect login window.
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  • Note: If you don't see this window click on the GlobalProtect menu bar icon. 

    GlobalProtect 6 menu bar icon
  • Enter your HawkID and HawkID password and click Sign In.
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macOS - How do I reconnect after changing my HawkID password?

After you change your HawkID password, GlobalProtect will prompt you for your new HawkID password. The prompt may happen several hours after your password is changed.

To reconnect the VPN client enter your new HawkID password and click Sign In.

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