Faculty/Staff Planning to Work from Home

If you plan to work remotely and need access to secure departmental files, folders, or applications like ImageNow/Perceptive Content, it's essential to prepare your device before leaving campus. These resources require a secure connection to the campus network via the Cisco Secure Client VPN.

The Cisco Secure Client VPN may require updates that can only be performed while connected to the campus network. Attempting to install or update the VPN client from an off-campus location may result in access issues.

Cisco Secure VPN is only available for download on Stout issued devices

Any Faculty/Staff that do not have a Stout issued device can request a loaner by filling out the Computer Loaner Request Form

Install the Cisco Secure Client VPN (WINDOWS)

Requirements

The Secure Client VPN client requires that your computer be provided by the University and managed by IT.

Installing Secure Client using Company Portal (Faculty/Staff)

Clients requiring VPN access who need to install the Cisco Secure Client can do so by searching for "Cisco Secure" in the Company Portal.

Launching Company Portal

Click the Windows Start Menu or use the Taskbar Search Bar.
Type Company Portal and select the app from the results.
Company Portal will open. By default, it displays the Home tab. This will show you featured software, as well as the newest software added to the Company Portal.

Installing Software

Select the software you want to install
Click the Install button

Uninstalling Software

Select the software you want to uninstall
Click the Uninstall button

Installing Secure Client using Company Portal (Students)

How to install software on Student PCs using the Company Portal.

Click on the Company Portal Icon in your Start Menu.
Company Portal will open. By default it displays the Home tab. This will show you featured software, as well as the newest software added to the Company Portal.
To view all available apps, click the Apps tab on the left hand side.
To install an application, please select the app you want and then click the Install button.
Wait for the installation to complete.

Using Secure Client VPN

Once the client is installed, you can launch it from the Start Menu or the Notification Area of the Windows Task-bar (near the clock).

Secure Client Start Menu

Off Campus Students and Faculty/Staff

For off-campus users without a Stout device, we offer an Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD). This virtual desktop mimics using a campus device and provides access to necessary tools.

To request an AVD, please email the helpdesk at techdesk@uwstout.edu with the following details:

For Students:

Instructor's name
Class name and section
Purpose for AVD (e.g., Microsoft Project, accessing files)

For Faculty/Staff:

Purpose for AVD (e.g., Microsoft Project, accessing files)

Install the Cisco Secure Client VPN (MAC)

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BEFORE Leaving Campus: Run the Cisco Secure Client VPN

- Before leaving campus, launch the VPN client and connect to ensure it's functioning correctly.
- This initial connection will also allow any necessary updates to be applied.

Need Assistance?

If you encounter any issues during installation or connection, please contact the UW-Stout Technology Help Desk at 715-232-5000 or Create a Ticket before departing campus.

By taking these steps proactively, you can ensure seamless access to necessary resources while working remotely.