Virtual Private Network (VPN)

VPN, also called IP tunneling, is a secure method of accessing USC computer resources. The VPN encrypts all traffic to and from a host in order to prevent others from viewing the information. The VPN also provides the user with a virtual USC IP address that allows access to USC resources that restrict access to such addresses. The VPN client is available only to members of the USC community with a USC login.

Currently, ITS supports only the configuration of your VPN client.

Instructions on How to Download and Configure VPN
Choose your operating system:
Configuring the Cisco VPN 3000 Client 5.0 (Windows 2000/XP/Vista)
Configuring the Cisco VPN 3000 Client (Mac OS X)

Related Links
VPN Frequently Asked Questions
Problems Uninstalling VPN5000 Client
Download VPN Client Software

Getting Help
To get help with configuring your VPN client, contact the Customer Support Center at (213) 740-5555 or consult@usc.edu.

Last updated: Monday, April 14, 2008, 15:56PM PDT