This document outlines the instructions to connect to the Palo Alto GlobalProtect client on Linux.
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Use the globalprotect
executable to connect to VPN. When you execute globalprotect
, you will enter prompt mode. Type help
for instructions on how to use the CLI tool.
Usage: only the following commands are supported:
collect-log -- collect log information
connect -- connect to server
disconnect -- disconnect
disable -- disable connection
import-certificate -- import client certificate file
quit -- quit from prompt mode
rediscover-network -- network rediscovery
remove-user -- clear credential
resubmit-hip -- resubmit hip information
set-log -- set debug level
show -- show information
Run the connect subcommand with the portal option to connect to VPN. WiscVPN’s portal is uwmadison.vpn.wisc.edu
.
globalprotect connect --portal uwmadison.vpn.wisc.edu
Type your username and password:
Retrieving configuration...
Disconnected
portal:local:Enter login credentials
username: # Type username here
user1
Password: # Type password here
Retrieving configuration...
Discovering network...
Connecting...
Connected
For the most up-to-date documentation, visit Palo Alto Tech Docs for instructions related to your version of linux.