Installation tutorial of OpenVPN’s (GUI) software for Windows 8

1

Download necessary files

First, you have to download OpenVPN software, then configuration files.

2

Launch the installation of OpenVPN GUI software

Double-click on the OpenVPN GUI installation software.

Windows can ask you the authorization to execute the file. Click on “Yes”

Click on Next then on I Agree and then on Next

3

Installation’s launching

To launch the installation, click on Install

4

Installation in progress

Installation is in progress. This step can take 10 to 20 seconds.

  • Windows can ask a confirmation to install the TAP-WIN32 pilot. You are oblige to accept the installation of OpenVPN pilot.

5

Finished installation

Check the box Start OpenVPN GUI then click on Finish

6

Configuration files installation

Now, you have to compress the archive previously downloaded in the repertory C:Program FilesOpenVPNconfig

You can use the software of your choice, or the Windows utility by default.

  • The ca.crt and ta.keyhave, them too, to be uncompressed.

7

Connection to the VPN

Click-right one the OpenVPN GUI icon, near to the hour (Check the hidden icons).

Choose the server of your choice.

Click on Connect for launch connection

8

Identification to the VPN server

Enter your VPNFacile login and password

The ones you choose when you register on the website.

9

You are now connected

OpenVPN GUI Connecté

The VPN is connected. The icon of OpenVPN GUI becomes green.

Click here to check your IP address.