Secure access for the HMS community

Connect to campus resources through a virtual private network

This service is available to HMS quad-based faculty and staff who are automatically registered.

Download the Pulse Secure (VPN) software and follow the instructions to get securely connected.

Note – You will need to set up the ️Duo mobile application for use with the HMS VPN.

Connect to a VPN with Pulse Secure

When to use a VPN

You will need a VPN connection to access the HMS file shares and network directories you typically use at the office. You must also use a VPN whenever you are on a public network like those offered in coffee shops.

Note – You can only be connected to one VPN at a time. Make sure you are not using any other virtual private network prior to connecting the HMS VPN. Other VPNs can include connections to hospitals, use of browser built-in VPNs, or other paid VPN services.

Connect to the HMS VPN

Before connecting to the HMS VPN, download and install Pulse Secure VPN software.

Connect to on-campus computers

Connect to network file servers

Large data transfers

The HMS VPN system is not designed to support large data transfers. HMS IT may stop such transfers because they can degrade connectivity for other users.

If you must transfer large files securely, turn off your VPN and use the HMS Accellion service.

Network connectivity support