Connecting to the VHPC
Connecting to the VPN
You'll need to connect to our VPN to access the Kennesaw
State University VHPC. To begin, point your web browser
to vpn-groups.kennesaw.edu
and install the appropriate
GlobalProtect VPN client for your computer. If you already have
a GlobalProtect VPN client installed, make sure you have
a connection for vpn-groups.kennesaw.edu
, NOT
vpn.kennesaw.edu
-- that connection will not allow you to
access the VHPC.
Connecting to the VHPC
Once you have a connection through the VPN, you will need to use an SSH program. Apple Mac users can use the Terminal.app or iTerm2, while Microsoft Windows users can use Putty or Windows PowerShell.
ssh NetID@vhpc.kennesaw.edu
For those wanting to utilize an X Windows session:
If you are using the command line ssh command, you need to add a -Y
to the ssh command like:
ssh -Y NetID@vhpc.kennesaw.edu
In the configuration settings for your connection to the VHPC, look for "X Windows Forwarding" or "X11 Forwarding" options.
NEW! Starting August 8th, 2022
Due to changes in security policies, Kennesaw State University requires two-factor authentication for all servers, including the VHPC login servers. For more information about connecting using Duo two-factor authentication, please visit Duo Two-Factor Authentication.