Using the

Massey University
Virtual Private
Networking
Service
Windows XP

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Contents

1.0 Introduction ................................................................................................................... 3

1.1 Services Available ...................................................................................................... 3
1.2 Prerequisites for using the System............................................................................. 3
1.3 Minimum Connection Requirements .......................................................................... 3
1.4 Help ............................................................................................................................ 3

2.0 Preparing your computer for Virtual Private Networking............................................... 4

2.1 Windows XP Updates................................................................................................. 4
2.2 Configuring VPN for Windows XP .............................................................................. 4
2.3 Connecting to Massey University ............................................................................... 7
2.4 Using your VPN Connection....................................................................................... 8

3.0 Further Information ....................................................................................................... 8

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1.0 Introduction
This document describes how to install, configure and use the Massey University Virtual
Private Networking service for PCs running Microsoft Windows XP Professional. The Virtual
Private Network Service (VPN) is designed to allow University staff to access network
services via the Internet, thereby eliminating the need to make costly long distance modem
calls to the Remote Access Service (RAS). Further technical information relating to VPN is
available from Microsoft’s web site at http://www.microsoft.com. This guide assumes a basic
knowledge of how to operate a Windows XP PC and concentrates on the special aspects of
using this service.

1.1 Services Available

The following services are available to clients connecting to the VPN service:

• Access to network drives and shares (e.g. your H drive);

• Access to networked printers;
• Access to email and MS Exchange™ servers;
• Admin Services (eg. MAS)
• Website Access (restricted to internal access)
• Telnet

1.2 Prerequisites for using the System

To make use of the VPN Service you need the following:

• To be registered for the VPN service;

• To have access to a computer with an existing internet connection (See 1.3);
• To be familiar with the Massey University Policy on the Use of Information
Communication & Processing Systems, a copy of which can be found at
http://its-intra.massey.ac.nz/policies/policyuse.htm.

1.3 Minimum Connection Requirements

The existing Internet connection may consist of either a computer connected to a corporate
network, or a standalone PC fitted with a modem. Due to the amount of data that will need to
be transferred it is recommended that machines not connected to a network use at least a
33.6kbps modem. For optimum performance a v.90 56kbps modem or other high speed
internet connection (e.g. ADSL) is recommended.

1.4 Help
Please direct any general queries, or fault reports to the Information Technology Services
(ITS) Help Desk on ext. 5200, or email to help.desk@massey.ac.nz. Please be aware that
some of the faults you may encounter may be due to problems with your internet connection
and as such must be resolved by your Internet Service Provider (ISP). The Help Desk will
advise you if this is the case.

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2.0 Preparing your computer for Virtual Private Networking

This document assumes that you already have an existing connection to a non-Massey
Internet Service Provider (ISP). This means that you will already have an account with an
organisation such as Clear Net, Xtra or Ihug. If you do not have an existing connection you
will first need to organize this before proceeding. This section of the guide will show you how
to prepare your PC for Virtual Private Networking and how to make a connection to the
Massey University Network. This document assumes that you have a Clear Net account.

2.1 Windows XP Updates

It is not necessary for any of the Windows XP Service Packs or patches to be installed on
your machine for you to successfully utilise this service. However we do recommend that
install the latest patches to ensure the smooth operation of your computer in the longer term.
To find out which patches and updates are available for your system visit
http://windowsupdate.microsoft.com.

It is recommended that you apply the latest available patches and updates before
installing VPN.

2.2 Configuring VPN for Windows XP

1. Click on ‘Start’ and select ‘Control Panel’.

2. On the left hand side of the Control panel click on ‘Switch to Classic View’.
3. Double click the ‘Network Connections’ applet.
4. On the left hand side click on ‘Create new connection’.
5. Select ‘Connect to the network at my workplace’ and click ‘Next’.

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6. Select ‘Virtual Private Network Connection’ and click ‘Next’.

7. Give the connection a friendly name and click ‘Next’ to continue.

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8. Enter the name of the VPN server as shown the click ‘Next’.

9. Set the ‘Create this connection for’ option to ‘My use only’ and click ‘Next’.

10. If you want to create a shortcut on the desktop check the ‘Add a shortcut to my
desktop’ (recommended). Click ‘Finish’ to complete the setup of the VPN connection.

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2.3 Connecting to Massey University

1. Ensure that you have an active connection to the internet. This usually involves
dialling your ISP (e.g. Xtra) unless you have a permanent connection (e.g. ADSL).
2. On the desktop locate and double click the ‘Massey VPN’ icon.
3. Enter your username and password then click on ‘Connect’ to establish a connection.

Note –

Normally you would need to connect to your ISP then connect to Massey’s network
via VPN You can alter the properties of your VPN connection by clicking on
‘Properties’ in the ‘Connect Massey VPN’ dialogue box so that you can specify a
connection that must be dialled before using the VPN connection. Using this option
will automate the dialling and connection processes.

Simply tick the ‘Dial another connection first’ option box and select the correct
connection from the list. Click ‘OK’ to save your settings.

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2.4 Using your VPN Connection

• To browse the internet, make sure your LAN settings are set to Automatically detect
settings. To do this:
1. Open up Internet Explorer
2. Click on the Tools menu and scroll down to Internet Options
3. Click on the Connections tab
4. Click on the LAN Settings Icon
5. Tick the Automatically detect settings box.

• Telnet Applications
Your computer is now connected to the Massey University network. However, as you
are also connected to the Internet you may find that services, such as Telnet, are
unable to easily locate the servers to which you are trying to connect. In order to assist
these programs it is recommended that, where possible, you add the domain suffix
‘.massey.ac.nz’ to the name of the machine to which you are trying to connect.

For example ‘its-unix1’ becomes ‘its-unix1.massey.ac.nz’

3.0 Further Information

Further information on using the Massey University Network is available online from
the Information Technology Services website at http://its.massey.ac.nz

For information relating to the use of specific services, e.g. MAS please refer to the
appropriate documentation or contact the ITS Help Desk on ext. 5200.

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