Set Up Queens VPN on MacOS
Before installing the VPN client, please see the list below for compatible MacOS versions
14.8.7 Sonoma
15.7.7 Sequoia
26.5.1 Tahoe
Find out which macOS your Mac is using
Install the VPN client (PaloAlto GlobalProtect) on your PC
1. Open the web browser and go to https://gpvpn.qc.cuny.edu. Enter your CUNYFirst username and password, then verify your TOTP code.
2. Click on Download Mac 32/64 bit GlobalProtect agent
3. Click on the Downloads folder in the dock and click on the GlobalProtect.pkg file to start the installation process
4. Select GlobalProtect, DO NOT select the other options. Click Continue and Install
5. Enter your Mac device password and click Install Software
6. Click Close when the installation is complete
7. Allow GlobalProtect Notifications
8. Click on the GlobalProtect icon and Click on Get Started.
Note: The icon is located at the top right of the Menu Bar, where the date & time is.
9. Enter the portal address, gpvpn.qc.cuny.edu and click on Connect
10. Login with your CUNYfirst username and password, then verify your TOTP code.
11. Click on Open GlobalProtect. Note: DO NOT check the box to Always allow gpvpn.qc.cuny.edu to open links to this type in the associated app
12. A second tab will open, where you have to click on Open GlobalProtect a second time. If the prompt does not show, click on Click here
Important Note: You must click on Open GlobalProtect twice for a successful connection.
13. A prompt will appear, stating GlobalProtect would like to use a new network extension, click on Open System Settings
14. Toggle the switch on for GlobalProtect and enter your Mac device password. Then click Done
15. A prompt will appear stating GlobalProtect Would Like to Filter Network Content, click on Allow
GlobalProtect is now successfully connected.
