Instructions: VPN Configuration for macOS
Warning
On 1 August 2024, the preferred method of VPN connection from home to the Masaryk University network will change. The new connection will be made through the eduVPN interface, which can be done simply via an app or a newly generated configuration file. Instructions on how to connect both ways can be found on the main eduVPN service page.
The VPN connection method you have been using will continue to work until 29 November 2024.
Every active MU student or staff member can make use of a VPN. In order to log in, one must use UČO and a secondary password as login data. Please follow the instructions in detail. Not keeping up with this procedure may result in a non-functioning connection.
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Download the current configuration file.
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Download OpenVPN Connect.
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Run the installer and follow its instructions to install the program.
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Run the program, you can find it in the Applications folder. After running it, click AGREE.
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Click OK on the next page.
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Select FILE from the top menu and then click BROWSE and select the downloaded configuration file.
If you only want to send traffic designated only for MU, you can find this option in the FAQ.
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In the following window, enter your UČO in the Username field. Check Save Password. The Password field will appear, enter your secondary password.
Then click CONNECT and you should be connected.
Please use the VPN connection only for as long as necessary.
Only choose the Viscosity connection method if you need to connect to one of the special faculty VPN servers. To connect to the regular university VPN, use OpenVPN.
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Download the Viscosity program. MU employees and, in justified cases, students can obtain a license for the Viscosity program by sending a request to it@muni.cz.
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Install Viscosity according to the linked instructions.
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Download the configuration file. You choose the right one according to the table, use the configuration files intended for Linux.
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Import the configuration file into Viscosity.
Please use the VPN connection only for as long as necessary.
Still having trouble with connection?
In case you have trouble connecting, have a look at the list of frequent problems. Also, do not forget to adjust firewall settings (UDP port 1194) so that it allows VPN connection.
Learn More
Answers to questions about split tunnels, mail settings or passwords can be found in the section Frequently Asked Questions.