VPN Connections
By using a VPN connection, you receive an IP-address within the network address space of the WU. This allows you to access restricted services (e.g. library catalogs or databases) which can be located inside and outside the WU campus. WU employees or WU students can download the required VPN client application free of charge.
Installing GlobalProtect VPN Client
If you are using a private device, please install the GlobalProtect VPN Client from Palo Alto Networks.
On WU notebooks that you received from IT-SERVICES, the GlobalProtect Client is already installed. You can start the software and establish a connection right away. If necessary, WU employees can reinstall the VPN Client from the Software Center.
Installation Files
For desktop operating systems, you can download the installation files in the Controlpanel application. Please select the menu items > Other WU services > VPN at WU
For mobile operating systems please visit the app store of the manufacturer of your device
IMPORTANT:
Please read the advice for installing the software in the FAQs and take a look at the list of supported operating systems for release 5.1.
| Windows | Controlpanel |
| Mac OS | Controlpanel |
| Linux | Controlpanel |
| Android | Please search for the app "GlobalProtect" from Palo Alto Networks in the App Store of the manufacturer of the device. |
| Apple iOS | Apple App Store |
Using the correct password
For connections to vpn.wu.ac.at, please use the password required for you:
| You log in as ... | Required Password |
|---|---|
| Employee (*) | WU account password |
| Student | WU Wi-Fi Password |
* includes all active employees of WU as well as former employees (account extended upon request) and external service providers with an ongoing contractual relationship with WU.
Establishing a VPN Connection
Start the VPN client and enter the following data:
| Portal address | vpn.wu.ac.at |
| Username | WU username look it up in the Controlpanel application: My account > Account information |
| Password | see table above "using the correct password" |
