Virtual private networks (vpn), Add a vpn connection, Connect to a vpn – HTC 10 Sprint User Manual

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 Wi-Fi Direct and Wi-Fi are unavailable at the same time.

6. Tap a device with which to connect. If connected via Wi-Fi, you will see a confirmation. Follow the

onscreen instructions.

7. Accept the connection on the other device.

 The phone is connected via Wi-Fi Direct.

 If a connection is not accepted after a certain period, the connection request is cancelled.

To stop a connection, tap End connection > OK.

Virtual Private Networks (VPN)

Add virtual private networks (VPNs) so you can connect and access resources inside a local network,
such as your corporate network.

Before you can connect to your organization

’s local network, you may be asked to:

● Install security certificates

● Enter your login credentials

● Download and install a required VPN app on your phone

Contact your network administrator for details. Also, your phone must first establish a Wi‑Fi or data

connection before you can start a VPN connection. For information about setting up and using these
connections on your phone, see

Data Services General Information (4G LTE and 3G Networks)

.

Add a VPN Connection

You must first set a lock screen PIN or password before you can use credential storage and set up the
VPN.

1. Tap

>

>

Settings.

2. Under Wireless & networks, tap More > VPN.

3. Tap > Add VPN profile.

4. Enter the VPN settings and set them up according to the security details your network

administrator gave you.

5. Tap Save.

Connect to a VPN

After you

’ve added a VPN connection, you are now ready to connect and access that network.

1. Tap

>

>

Settings.

2. Under Wireless & networks, tap More > VPN.

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