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Overview
This article explains Microsoft Always On VPN (AoVPN) and how it allows Minnesota State University, Mankato employees to securely connect to campus networks from state-owned Windows 10 or 11 devices.
Environment
State-Owned Devices: Equipment provided to university employees and managed by Minnesota State University, Mankato. The steps, tools, or solutions in this article may not work on personal devices due to administrative restrictions or licensing requirements.
About Microsoft Always On VPN
Microsoft Always On VPN (AoVPN) is a secure VPN service built into Windows 10 and Windows 11. It allows employees to connect to the Minnesota State University, Mankato network as if they were physically on campus.
When connected through AoVPN, you can access many university services, including:
Important Notes
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Not all university resources are available through AoVPN.
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Some services may still require the Cisco AnyConnect VPN client.
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AoVPN is not available for personal devices.
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