Connect to UBVPN with your computer using Cisco Secure Client

Operating Systems: Windows, Macintosh, Linux

Applies To: UB students, faculty and staff using UB VPN

Last Updated: March 7, 2024

Free download for eligible UB students, faculty and staff.

1. Launch Cisco Secure Client
   
2. Enter vpn.buffalo.edu and click Connect.
   
3. From the Group dropdown box, select UBVPN.
4. Enter your UBITName and password in the Username and Password fields.
5. Click OK.
6. In the Answer field or Passcode field enter one of the following for Duo:

• Enter the device number (e.g., 1 through 4) or device alias* (e.g., push1, etc.) that corresponds to the verification method you wish to use or
• A passcode

*Device aliases may appear if you have 4 or more devices enrolled in Duo. You can look up a list of your enrolled devices and their aliases by logging into the Duo Two Step Verification Manager and choosing VPN Device Aliases.

When you are done using UBVPN, click Disconnect to end your session.

You may stay connected for up to 24 consecutive hours of use before you are disconnected. Your connection may remain idle for up to 3 consecutive hours before you are disconnected.

Duo with VPN does not have "remember me" functionality.