Connecting To Virtual Private Networks - AT&T Trek HD User Manual

7.6 Connecting to virtual private
networks .................................................
Virtual private networks (VPNs) allow you to connect to the
resources inside a secured local network from outside that
network. VPNs are commonly deployed by corporations,
schools, and other institutions so that their users can access
local network resources when not inside that network, or when
connected to a wireless network.
To add a VPN
• Touch
• Touch More>VPN and then touch
• In the screen that opens, follow the instructions from your network
administrator to configure each component of the VPN settings.
• Touch Save.
The VPN is added to the list on the VPN settings screen.
Before adding a VPN, you should set a lock screen
pattern, PIN code or password for your tablet.
To connect/disconnect to a VPN
To connect to a VPN:
• Touch
• Touch More\VPN.
• VPNs you have added are listed; touch the VPN you want to
connect with.
• In the dialog that opens, enter any requested credentials
and touch Connect.
To disconnect:
• Open the Notification panel and touch the resulting
notification for the VPN disconnection.
on the homescreen to access Settings.
on the homescreen to access Settings.
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