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Windows 7
Windows users don't have to download any software to have PPTP working correctly. PPTP software is built into Windows xp, vista & 7
- Press the start button, then Control Panel
- Open Network and Sharting Center (from control panel)
- Select "Connect to a network".
- Select, Connect to a workplace (Set up a dial-up or VPN connection to your workplace)
- Click Next
- Select, Use my internet connection (VPN)
- Type in the name of the VPNSecure server (address available from the members area by clicking the yellow "Servers" button)
- Type in the server name example: VPNSecure AU1 (into the Destination name)
- Click Next
- Type in your username and password (this is the same as your Members area password) lower case.
- Select Remember password (if you dont wish to type this in each time you connect)
- Press Connect
- Depending on your windows configuration you may get asked what network security profile to use on connection, we recommend you select "Public Network" for maximum security.
- To disconnect or reconnect to saved PPTP server profiles click the network icon in your tray menu in the bottom right corner.
EXTRA SECURITY SETTINGS
- In the Connect to a network screen, VPNSecure connection will appear (under network and Sharing Center)
- Right click on the (eg: VPNSecure AU1) and select properties.
- Click on the Networking TAB.
- uncheck Internet Protocol Version 6
- uncheck File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks
Troubleshooting
If you have any issues getting connected, especially if you're getting an "error 619" you should see our PPTP Troubleshooting Guide