Introduction
Virtual Private Networking (VPN) is a software tool that allows Pace end-users to connect securely to the Pace University network from off-campus (e.g. home). Once you authenticate with your Pace username and password, the VPN software will create an encrypted connection between your off-campus computer and the Pace network. This will allow you to access network resources as if you were using a computer located on-campus.
Note:
- All users are required to be enrolled in Duo Multifactor Authentication (MFA) in order to connect to VPN.
- Connecting to the Pace VPN with Duo MFA requires the use of the Duo Mobile app, which the user must install on his/her mobile device. If you need further assistance with this procedure, please contact the ITS Help Desk at (914) 773-3333, pacehelpdesk@pace.edu, or Help Desk Ticket.
Click on the following for instructions in installing Cisco AnyConnect VPN:
Installing Cisco AnyConnect VPN for Windows
Installing Cisco AnyConnect VPN for Mac
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Instructions
Connecting from the Cisco AnyConnect VPN Client
- Open Cisco AnyConnect client
- Type vpn.pace.edu

- Click Connect

- Select PaceWeb_2Factor from Group drop down menu

- Type your Pace Username in the Username box
- Type your Pace Password in the Password box
- Note: The Second Password field will require a passcode which you will need to obtain from the Duo Mobile app.
- Open Duo Mobile app from your mobile device
- Note: Users with a Duo hardware token can turn the device ON by pressing the green button and skip to step 10.
- In the Duo Mobile app, tap Pace University

- A passcode is generated from the Duo Mobile App as shown in the example below.
- Note: The generated passcode expires after 30 seconds, so make sure to use it right away. Otherwise, click the
refresh icon next to the passcode to generate a new one.
- On the Cisco AnyConnect screen, in the Second Password box, type the generated passcode

- Click OK
You should now be connected to the Pace VPN.
Note: VPN disconnects after 60 minutes of inactivity or after being connected for 8 consecutive hours. If this happens and you still need VPN access, please reconnect.
Disconnecting from the Cisco AnyConnect VPN Client
- Double-Click (or Right-Click)
Cisco AnyConnect VPN Client icon on your computer's task bar
- Click Disconnect
