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3 Configuring VPN Settings
It is highly recommended that your OME servers and iDRACs be protected by firewalls and only accessible
to OMM through a secured Wi-Fi network or a Virtual Private Network. VPNs may be used with cellular or
Wi-Fi connections.
Android has built-in support for a number of VPN protocols including:
Andriod VPN Protocols:
 PPTP
 L2TP/IPSec PSK
 L2TP/IPSec RSA
 IPSec Xauth PSK
 IPSec Xauth RSA
 IPSec Hybrid RSA
Standard VPN protocols are secured by some combination of username/password, certificate, or secret
key. It is recommended that VPN usernames be associated with directory accounts so that the user
accessing the network is known.
A number of VPN solutions are available which can provide additional security, including authentication of
particular devices and scanning of traffic for malware. For information on Dell SonicWALL VPN solutions
for Android see: SonicWALL Mobile Connect for Google Android.
Android requires devices having a VPN connection configured remain protected by a PIN or other lock
mechanism with a timeout of not more than 30 minutes.
Exact configuration steps vary by device. To configure VPN settings on a Dell Venue 8 running Android 4.3
(Figure 3):
1. From the settings app, select More under the Wireless and Networks header.
2. Select VPN to go to the VPN connection list.
3. If prompted, configure the lock screen.
4. Touch the + icon to create a new VPN connection
5. Enter a Name for the connection.
6. Select the Type of connection from the drop-down list.
7. Enter the Server address.
8. If necessary, configure Proxy and DNS details by tapping the Show advanced options check box
and completing the associated fields. Proxy information may be required in order to receive push
notifications while connected to your VPN. DNS information may be required to resolve
hostnames.
9. Complete any other required fields.
10. Touch Save.