Setup VPN on Debian Linux With OpenConnect

The following tutorial explains how to set up a Debian Linux VPN with the OpenConnect / SSL protocol.

Step #1: Open the terminal and enter the following command:

su

Enter your admin password and then enter:

sudo apt install openconnect network-manager-openconnect network-manager-openconnect-gnome

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Step #2: Now click on the Network icon and open the network settings. Then click “+” next to the VPN.
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Step #3: Select Multi-protocol VPN client (openconnect).
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Step #4: Enter the following info:

  • Name: Any name for your VPN connection
  • Gateway: Your desired FastestVPN server address, such as in this case Austria server at-01.jumptoserver.com. Click here to get the complete list of server addresses.

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Step #5: Click on IPv6 and select Disable. Then click “Add” on the top right side.

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Step #6: Your VPN profile has been created. Turn on its switch to connect to the VPN.

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Step #7: Click on Connect anyway once the certificate detail appears.
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Step #8: Enter your FastestVPN username and click on “Login”. Then enter your FastestVPN password, checkmark “Save Passwords” and click on “Login”.
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Your VPN will be connected shortly.
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How to Disconnect

When you want to disconnect the VPN, click on the Network or VPN icon and click Turn Off under the connected VPN connection name.
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