Install & Configure FortiClient VPN

Summary

Instructions on installing the Forticlient VPN application

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To install the Forticlient VPN used by Taylor, please use the appropriate link below to download the correct installer:


Installation instructions for PCs or Macs :

  • Ensure that the FortClient version installed is 7.x.x
  • Once installed, open FortiClient, accept the agreement, and click "Configure VPN"
  • Make sure SSL-VPN is selected
  • For Connection Name, enter Taylor
  • For Remote Gateway, enter vpn.taylor.edu
  • Check the box labeled “Enable Single Sign On (SSO) for VPN Tunnnel”
  • Check the box labeled “Use external browser as user-agent for saml user authentication”
  • Click Save


Installation instructions for Mobile Devices:

  • Once the app is installed, open the FortiClient VPN app
  • Select "+ New VPN"
  • For VPN Name, enter Taylor
  • For VPN Type, chose SSL VPN
  • Tap Create
  • Select Server, and enter vpn.taylor.edu, then tap OK
  • Change “Single Sign On” to Enabled
  • Tap the back button

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Article ID: 2291
Created
Tue 6/3/25 2:15 PM
Modified
Tue 6/3/25 2:17 PM