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: Fully compatible with Sophos Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), including OTP prompts and enhanced DUO token support. Installation & Configuration
For manual configuration, SSL VPN users can download a standard .ovpn configuration file from the VPN portal. Once downloaded, they can import it into the Sophos Connect client. IPsec connections are configured using a different .scx file format.
If the deployment "work" encounters errors:
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Download the SophosConnect.msi file from the Sophos Firewall user portal or Partner Portal. Double-click the MSI file. Follow the wizard prompts, accepting the license agreement. Once completed, click . B. Silent Installation (Recommended for IT Teams)
Support for both IPsec and SSL VPN, enhanced security protocols, and easy configuration importing. 2. Where to Download the MSI Package
To deploy this silently across your organization: IPsec connections are configured using a different
The 2.5.0 release introduced official support for 64-bit Windows ARM platforms.
: The SophosConnect.msi file is deployed as a startup script rather than a standard "Software Installation" package. This is because the installation often requires administrative privileges that standard users lack. A batch file is typically used to check if the software exists and, if not, trigger a quiet installation (e.g., SophosConnect.msi --quiet ).
Here is everything you need to know about what this file is, what it contains, and how to deploy it properly. Double-click the MSI file
A: Yes. Sophos Connect installs a network driver and service. Standard users cannot install it without elevation.
: The .msi format allows for seamless mass deployment via Group Policy (GPO) or Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM).
Built upon OpenVPN technology, operating at the transport layer. This protocol is highly resilient to restrictive public Wi-Fi networks and firewalls that often block standard IPsec traffic.