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SAP GUI Users Required to Log into the VPN, 10/17

Beginning October 17, 2018, SAP GUI Users will be required to log into the VPN in order to access SAP.


On Wednesday, October 17, The Office of Information Technology (IT) will apply additional security measures to enhance the protection of our services and defend against cyber attacks. Effective on this date, it will be necessary to establish a Virtual Private Network (VPN) connection prior to accessing the SAP GUI.

For SAP users, IT suggests logging into VPN, first thing, as part of your daily work routine. To obtain the VPN client, go to https://vpn.olemiss.edu and sign in with your WebID. Take the defaults and when prompted, and click <download>. Follow the remaining prompts to install.

For questions or further assistance, please contact the IT Helpdesk at (662) 915-5222.