## Network Settings

Change your settings for access to Apple’s network.

### Open Network Settings

1. At the top-right of your screen, click the AppleConnect status menu icon ( ) and choose Settings.
2. Select the Network tab.

### VPN

If you’re away from an Apple location, use to AppleConnect VPN for secure access to Apple’s internal network:

- Type — Select a protocol to use for VPN:
  - SSL: The recommended default.
  - IKEv2: If you can’t access Apple’s network with SSL, select IKEv2. Switch back to SSL as soon as practical.
- Configuration — Select a server:
  - Corporate: The recommended default.
  - Corporate (Full-Tunnel): For less secure countries. If your Internet access is blocked, select Corporate and know that your non-Apple browsing may not be secure.
  - DCVPN: If you have a business need to access datacenters, go to Access Manager and request access to Data Center VPN. After approval, run Setup Assistant. You may then select it for your Configuration.

- Connect VPN on demand: Automatically connect to Apple’s secure network when you open an AppleConnect-protected app and aren’t already connected.

### Secure Wi-Fi

- Keep Secure WiFi as your preferred network: Automatically connect to Apple’s secure wireless network, AppleWifiSecure, when it’s available.
- Reset Apple Network Settings: Restores your default network configuration. You will need to run Setup Assistance to connect to the network.