Setup VPN Configuration Profile
The VPN Configuration profile enables administrators to effectively set up enrolled devices, allowing them to establish a secure connection to a wireless network using a VPN. By configuring a VPN profile, administrators gain the ability to remotely manage the network connectivity of enrolled devices.
- Supported OS Version: macOS 10.7 or later
- Supported Enrollment Type: Device Enrollment and Automated Device Enrollment
To configure VPN remotely on the enrolled devices, follow these steps:
Navigate to SureMDM Web Console > Profiles > macOS > Add > Select Enrollment Type > Network & Connectivity > VPN Configuration > Configure.
Enter a Profile Name.
Configure VPN settings and click Save.
| Settings | Description |
|---|---|
| Connection Type | Choose the network connection method from the drop-down menu. - IPSec - L2TP - PPTP - Cisco AnyConnect - Cisco AnyConnect(New) - Juniper SSL - F5 SSL - SonicWALL Mobile Connect - Aruba VIA - Pulse Secure - Open VPN - Checkpoint Mobile VPN - Custom VPN |
| Other VPN Configuration | |
| Server | Enter the hostname or IP address of the server. |
| Account | Enter the VPN account name. |
| Password | Enter the password for authentication. |
| User Authentication | Choose a method for end-user authentication: Password RSA Secure ID |
| Shared Secret | Enter the key to authorize the end-users for VPN access. |
| Send All Traffic | Select to send all traffic through the specified network. |
The above settings vary depending on the Connection Type chosen.
The newly created profile will be listed in the Profiles section.
Go back to the Home tab and select the macOS device(s) or group(s).
Click Apply to launch the Apply Job/Profile To Device prompt.
Select the profile under All Jobs/Profiles.
Click Apply in the Apply/Profile To Device prompt.