There are two primary steps to using UC Merced's Virtual Private Network (VPN):

1. Install the VPN client; see Step 1: Install the UCMerced VPN Client.
2. Connect to the VPN service; see Step 2: Connecting to the UC Merced VPN Client.

This page provides detailed instructions for completing those steps that utilizes SSO and 2FA. The process should take you 5-10 minutes to complete.

Before you get started, you will need the following:

• Your computer and/or mobile device
• Your UCMNetID and password
• Your 2FA configured device
• Access to the internet
• Access to your phone's App Store

Step 1: Installing the UC Merced VPN Client

Step 2: Connecting to the UC Merced VPN Client