SonicWall SSLVPN – Standard

A VPN allows you to access resources on your office network from wherever you are. SonicWall NetExtender is a piece of software that can be installed on your laptop or desktop that initiates the VPN connection.

 

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SonicWall NetExtender Software

FluidOne will deploy this software to your company computer automatically.

If you are using a personal device then you will need to install / update the software direct from SonicWall here: https://www.sonicwall.com/products/remote-access/vpn-clients

Install the Microsoft Authenticator App

SonicWall NetExtender is configured to use MFA (Multi Factor Authentication). In order to initiate the connection you will need an Authenticator App.

If you have Microsoft Authenticator installed on your mobile you can skip this step and move onto Generate a QR Code.

If you do not have Microsoft Authenticator installed, open up your App store search for Microsoft Authenticator. Download and install this app.

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Generate a QR Code

 

Login to the web portal of your VPN connection.

The Link has been provided to you in the email with this guide.

Here you will be prompted to enter your username and password. (the same username and password you use to login to your PC/laptop).

Make a note of the Domain as you will need this later.

Enter your username and password and press Login

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Once logged in, you will be prompted with a QR code. If this does not show up click cancel and log back in to generate the QR code. 

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Link the App to the QR Code

Open up the Microsoft Authenticator app on your phone and click the + (add) button in the top right corner of the app.

Select the Other button

 
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Now scan the QR code from the previous step.

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You should now see SNWL on the list in the Microsoft Authenticator app and see a 6 digit code..

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You will now need to enter the code from the Authenticator App into the 2FA Code box on your PC then press OK to complete the setup.

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Multifactor Authentication has now been setup for the SonicWall NetExtender

Configure SonicWall NetExtender

Launch SonicWall NetExtender from your Start Menu

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On the Window that opens you will need to click Add Connection followed by the + icon.

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Enter the business name as the Name.

In the Server  box enter in the server address supplied with this guide.

Click Next.  

 
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In the box that opens you will need to enter the following details

Username – the same username you use for your office PC or laptop

Password – the same password you use for your office PC or laptop

Server –supplied in the email with this guide.

Protocol  – Auto

 
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Click Save.

The connection is now saved.

 

Connecting to the VPN

Launch SonicWall NetExtender from the Start Menu or icon on your desktop.

 
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Click Connect.

 
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Enter your username and password.

Click Connect.

 
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You will now need to enter the code from the Authenticator App into the Passcode box.

 

Click Continue.

 
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Once connected the shield will turn green and show Connected.

 
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Having issues?

If you’re having problems, or if you’ve lost your phone and can no longer login to your SSLVPN, please contact the FluidOne Brighton ServiceDesk for further assistance:

Email brightonsupport@fluidone.com or call 01273 386333

 

In conclusion

By utilising a VPN with two-factor authentication you can connect securely to your office and access shared resources.