How to Set Up a VPN on a Mac

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Click the Apple menu.

   Once you enter the VPN settings into the Network panel of System Preferences, it’ll be easy to connect to the VPN.
   
   These settings are provided by your admin or service provider.
   
   As of macOS Sierra, the native VPN app no longer supports PPTP VPN.If you have Sierra and your service requires PPTP, see Using Shimo on macOS Sierra.
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   Step 2: Select “System Preferences.”

   ,,, The button is blue and has two arrows, and will expand a brief menu. ,,, Your VPN provider should specify this in their instructions.If you haven’t yet signed up for VPN service, see Getting a VPN for tips on selecting a provider. , Type it into the “Service Name” field.
   
   This will be the nickname for this connection. , Now you’ll see the VPN settings for this new connection in the right panel. , Type this into the “Server Address” field. , This goes into the “Account Name” field. ,,, Use the instructions from your VPN provider to determine the correct choice.If you connect with a regular username and password, try selecting “Password” and then enter your password into the blank. ,,,,, Now you should see a new icon in the menu bar at the top of the screen (near the clock).
   
   This is the VPN status icon, and you can use it to connect and disconnect from the VPN. ,, The system will now connect and authenticate to the VPN server.
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   Step 3: Click the “Network” icon.

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   Step 4: Click the + beneath the left panel.

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   Step 5: Click the button next to the “Interface” menu.

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   Step 6: Select “VPN.”

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   Step 7: Click the button next to the “VPN Type” menu.

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   Step 8: Select the type of VPN.

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   Step 9: Type a name for this VPN.

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    Step 10: Click Create.

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    Step 11: Enter the IP address for the server.

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    Step 12: Enter your VPN account user name.

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    Step 13: Place a check next to “Show VPN status in the menu bar”.

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    Step 14: Click Authentication Settings.

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    Step 15: Select an authentication method.

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    Step 16: Click OK.

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    Step 17: Click Advanced.

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    Step 18: Make sure there’s a check next to “Send all traffic over VPN connection”.

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    Step 19: Click OK.

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    Step 20: Click Apply.

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    Step 21: Click the VPN status icon.

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    Step 22: Select “Connect ”.

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