Virtual Private Networks (Vpn); Prepare Your Phone For Vpn Connection; Add A Vpn - Samsung Galaxy Note 3 User Manual

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Network (full signal): The number of bars indicate the strength of the signal. More
bars mean a better signal.
3G (data service): Your phone is connected to the 3G network. When the icon is
blue, your phone is transferring or receiving data.
4G (data service): Your phone is connected to the 4G network. When the icon is
blue, your phone is transferring or receiving data.

Virtual Private Networks (VPN)

From your phone, you can add, set up, and manage virtual private networks (VPNs) that allow you
to connect and access resources inside a secured local network, such as your corporate network.

Prepare Your Phone for VPN Connection

Depending on the type of VPN, you may be required to enter your login credentials or install security
certificates before you can connect to your company's local network. You can get this information
from your network administrator.
To connect to a VPN, you must have Mobile data enabled, or your phone must be connected to a
Wi-Fi network. For information about setting up and using these connections on your phone, see
Data Usage and Turn Wi-Fi On and Connect to a Wireless Network.
Set a Screen Lock
Before setting up a VPN, you must set a screen lock to prevent access to your phone by
unauthorized users. Pattern, PIN, or password screen locks provide sufficient security to set up
trusted credential storage.
1. Press
a nd tap
2. Tap Lock screen > Screen lock.
3. Choose a screen lock, from Pattern, PIN, or Password.
4. Follow the prompts to configure the screen lock. For more information, see Screen Lock.

Add a VPN

Configure a connected to a VPN. You must have a Pattern, PIN, or Password screen lock set before
adding a VPN.
1. Press
a nd tap
2. Tap More networks > VPN.
3. Tap
t o add a VPN, with these options:
Web and Data
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> Settings > Device.
> Settings > Connections.
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