NOTE: In order to create a VPN connection you will need a previously configured internet connection under Windows Vista. This tutorial assumes that you have an established connection.

Important things to know before you start:

• YOU MUST ALREADY HAVE A CECS WINDOWS ACCOUNT TO USE THE VPN. Please see one of our front desks for an account if you're eligible.

Step 1: Start the “Network and Sharing Center”.

To do this, click on Start->Control Panel->Network and Sharing Center

You will see a screen similar to this one:

Step 2: On the left hand side with all of the links, click on “Set up a connection or network”.

Step 3: Choose “User my Internet connection (VPN)” (as shown).

Step 4: Type in the internet address as well as a name for the connection.

Step 5: Enter your CECS username (in the format CECS\username) and password, then click “Connect”.

Step 6: Click “Close”.

Step 7: Choose a location where you will use the connection the most.

Once you have chosen a location, you may configure and connect/disconnect to the VPN by following Step 1 and clicking on “Manage network connections”.