VPN (Virtual Private Network)
For security and licensing reasons, some services and data can only be accessed from the university network. Therefore, a connection to the campus network from locations outside the university (e.g. from home) is a prerequisite for such services, such as access to online libraries or event documents from some institutions. This is the so-called VPN connection (virtual private network).
Please note that VPN is not required for an internet connection via the university's WLAN.
The data center offers 3 ways for connecting to the university network via VPN:
- with the VPN client, FortiClient (preferred) ,
- with the on-board Tools of the operating system, L2TP / Psec (preferred).
A. VPN client installed on the device (FortiClient)
You can install the FortiClient VPN client software on your device to connect your device to the university network.
Please follow the instructions for installing Forticlients for
In case of any questions please contact RZ-Helpdesk.
B. Operating system integrated board means, L2TP / IPsec
Please follow the following instructions for setting up under Windows, Linux and MacOS.
If you have any questions regarding use, please contact the RZ Helpdesk .