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Who should read this guide?

This guide provides the information needed to set up connections between remote systems running SafeNet/Soft-PK™ VPN client software and systems on a network protected by Secure Computing’s Sidewinder firewall. SafeNet/Soft-PK is a Windows-compatible program that secures data communications sent from a desktop or laptop computer across either a public network or an existing corporate dial-up line.

Note: The SafeNet/Soft-PK product is referred to as simply "Soft-PK" throughout the remainder of this document.

IMPORTANT: This guide describes administration of VPNs between Soft-PK Version 5.1.3 Build 4 and Sidewinder Version 5.1.0.02. If you are working with a later version of either product, check our Web page at www.securecomputing.com for the latest documentation (select Downloads & Activations -> Product Documentation).

This guide is written for the person assigned to administer Sidewinder-based VPN connections involving a Soft-PK VPN client. Setting up VPN connections involves procedures done on Sidewinder and procedures done using Soft-PK to pre-configure the VPN client security policy for each remote user (road warrior, telecommuter, etc.).

As a network administrator, you should read and understand all the procedures in this document. You will then be able to provide all remote users with the information, files, and software they need to set up Soft-PK software to communicate with your trusted network(s).

This guide assumes you are familiar with networks and network terminology. Because Soft-PK will use a security association with a Sidewinder firewall, you should be familiar with Sidewinder administration. Knowledge of the Internet and of Windows operating systems are also key requirements.

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