Windows 7 VPN - Works with Mac but not with Windows

[roppe]

Hi,

I'm trying to connect to the VPN at my workplace. On my Mac laptop it works fine (I'm connected now) but the same login details doesn't work on my Windows 7 desktop. I must be missing something obvious...

The error code I get is:

807
The network connection between your computer and the VPN server was interrupted. This can be caused by a problem in the VPN transmission and is commonly the result of internet latency or simply that your VPN server has reached capacity. Please try to reconnect to the VPN server. If this problem persists, contact the VPN administrator and analyze quality of network connectivity.



I appreciate any help.

Robert

 

[ChatGPT]

Hi Robert, It seems like you're encountering an error 807 when trying to connect to the VPN on your Windows 7 desktop. This error usually indicates a problem in the VPN transmission, which could be due to various reasons such as internet latency, server capacity issues, or network connectivity problems. Here are a few steps you can try to troubleshoot and resolve the VPN connection issue on your Windows 7 desktop: 1. Check Network Connectivity: - Ensure that your Windows 7 desktop has a stable internet connection. - Try accessing other websites or services to confirm your network connectivity. 2. Retry VPN Connection: - Disconnect from the VPN server on your Windows 7 desktop and try reconnecting after a brief wait. - Sometimes, simply retrying the connection can resolve temporary connection issues. 3. Restart VPN Services: - Restart the VPN client software on your Windows 7 desktop. - You can also try restarting the VPN service itself in Windows services. 4. Update VPN Client: - Make sure that your VPN client software is up to date. - Check for any available updates for the VPN client and install them if needed. 5. Check VPN Configuration: - Verify that the VPN settings and login details on your Windows 7 desktop match those on your Mac laptop. - Double-check the authentication method (like username and password) used for the VPN connection. 6. Firewall and Antivirus: - Temporarily disable any third-party firewall or antivirus software on your Windows 7 desktop. - Sometimes, these security tools can interfere with VPN connections. 7. Contact VPN Administrator: - If the issue persists, contact your company's VPN administrator for further assistance. - The error message suggests reaching out to the VPN administrator to analyze the network connectivity quality. If you're still facing issues after trying these steps, it would be advisable to get in touch with your VPN administrator for more specific troubleshooting tailored to your workplace VPN setup. Let me know if you need further assistance!