GlobalProtect VPN for Chromebook

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GlobalProtect Installation for Chromebook

This guide provides instructions for installing the Computer Science Department's GlobalProtect VPN for Chrombook.

1. Enable the Google Play Store app on your Chromebook.

   • (Optional) If your Chromebook is running Chrome OS version 52 or earlier, update your Chromebook operating system here.

   • From your Chromebook, click your account photo at the bottom right corner of the screen.

   • Select Settings
   • Go to the Google Play Store section and turn on access to the Play Store.
     ⚠️ If you don't see this option, your Chromebook doesn't support Android apps.
   • When prompted, click Get Started to launch the Google Play Store.
   • Agree to the Terms of Service.
   • On the Welcome page, SIGN IN to the Google Play Store.
   • Accept the Google Play Terms of Service.

2. Install the GlobalProtect app for Android endpoints on your Chromebook.

   • Open the Google Play Store app.
   • Search for GlobalProtect App.
   • Click the GlobalProtect app icon.
   • Click INSTALL, and then follow the on-screen instructions to complete the app installation.

   

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Connecting and Authenticating with GlobalProtect

After installation, you can connect to the VPN.

1. Open GlobalProtect:

   • From the Shelf: Look for the GlobalProtect icon (a small blue globe) in your shelf at the bottom of the screen. Click it to open the app.

   

2. Enter Portal Address:

   • When prompted, enter the portal address: gp.cs.odu.edu
   • Click "Connect".

   

3. Authenticate:

   • The GlobalProtect client will show a "Connecting..." status and will redirect you to a web browser for authentication using your ODU CS credentials.

   

4. Connected Status:

   • Once successfully connected, the GlobalProtect home screen displays the CONNECTED state.

   

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Disconnecting from GlobalProtect

1. When you no longer need the VPN connection:
2. Tap the shield icon in the center of the screen.