If you use Duo, follow the directions below. Note: If you do NOT use Duo, GlobalProtect will connect you. Note: Enter only your eID as your Username.

Type your eID and password and then click Sign In.

Type as the portal address and then click Connect.

Click the grey GlobalProtect icon on the Mac menubar.

Click Close to finish the installation.

If you are prompted with a system extension block, follow the on-screen instructions to allow GlobalProtect to install the extensions. Go to System Preferences, Security & Privacy, General and select Allow and then close the Security & Privacy window. Note: For macOS 10.13 and later releases only: you have to allow Palo Alto Networks in Mac Security & Privacy as part of your initial setup.

Type the password for your system account and then click Install Software.

Click Continue and then click Continue again.

Click the Download Mac 32/64-bit GlobalProtect agent link to download the installer to your computer.

Go to and sign in with your eID and Password.

Note: If you have Trend Micro antivirus installed on your computer, you MUST uninstall it before installing GlobalProtect VPN. The use of the GlobalProtect VPN allows people to connect securely so data remains safe in transit between their computer and the VPN firewall. At Kansas State University, people often need to connect to data or resources on the K-State campus while they are at home or traveling.

Palo alto globalprotect setup