On this page you will learn how connect with RWTH VPN under Windows.

 

Important

Please set up a VPN account and set a password in the IdM SelfService (opens in new tab). Without an account and a set password, it is not possible to use the VPN service. 

• Requirements
• Install Cisco Secure Client
• Connect to the RWTH VPN
• Disconnect from the RWTH VPN

Requirements

In order to establish a VPN connection to an RWTH VPN via Cisco Secure Client on a Windows system, the following conditions must be met:

• Installed supported operating systems:
  • Windows 11 (64-bit)
  • Microsoft supported versions of Windows 10 x86 (32-bit) and x64 (64-bit)
  • Microsoft-supported versions of Windows 11 for ARM64-based PCs
• Fully configured VPN account in IdM SelfService (opens in new tab)
• Installation file Cisco Secure Client (AnyConnect) for Windows (opens in new tab) (cisco-secure-client-win-5.x.x.x-core-vpn-webdeploy-k9.msi).

You can then connect to the central RWTH VPN using the following connection details:

• Server: vpn.rwth-aachen.de
• Tunnel: Full tunnel (all traffic via RWTH network) or split tunnel (only RWTH internal addresses are accessed via VPN)
• VPN-Username: Form ab123456
• VPN Kennwort (see page Change passwords)

Below you will find a step-by-step guide:

Install Cisco Secure Client

To install the Cisco Secure Client, proceed as follows:

Step 1
Run the installation file.

Step 2
Click Next in the first installation window.

Step 3
Select I accept the terms in the License Agreement and click Next.

Step 4
Click on Next and finally on Finish to finish the installation.

The Cisco Secure Client is now installed.

Connect to the RWTH VPN

To connect to the RWTH VPN, proceed as follows:

Step 1
Start Cisco Secure Client and enter the address vpn.rwth-aachen.de or a valid address for an organizational VPN, then click Connect.

Step 2
Select a connection type, RWTH VPN (full tunnel*) or RWTH VPN (split tunnel*), and then enter your username (format: ab123456) and your VPN password.

• *Full tunnel: All data traffic runs via the RWTH network.
• *Split Tunnel: Only data traffic directed to RWTH systems runs via the RWTH network. Local home network devices remain accessible.

Step 3
Enter the code for the multi-factor authentication. The code can be generated by using a token such as an authenticator app.

Step 4
A confirmation message appears indicating that you are connected.

Disconnect from the RWTH VPN

To end the VPN connection, click on Disconnect.