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SafeLinx Clients
SafeLinx Clients can establish virtual private network (VPN) connections with mobile access services across various wireless and wireline network. SafeLinx Clients use these optimized, secure IP tunnels to communicate with resources on the internal network.
Windows
Install, configure, and use the SafeLinx Client component of HCL SafeLinx on Microsoft Windows systems.
Using the SafeLinx Client on Windows
This section describes the use of the SafeLinx Client on Windows.
Applying maintenance on Windows™ operating systems
Links to code fixes, for entitled customers, are available from the HCL SafeLinx product support website.

SafeLinx Clients
SafeLinx Clients can establish virtual private network (VPN) connections with mobile access services across various wireless and wireline network. SafeLinx Clients use these optimized, secure IP tunnels to communicate with resources on the internal network.
- Android
  Install, configure, and use the SafeLinx Client component of HCL SafeLinx for use on Android mobile devices.
- Linux
  Install, configure, and use the SafeLinx Client component of Windows HCL SafeLinx on Linux x86_64 systems.
- OS X
  Install, configure, and use the SafeLinx Client component of HCL SafeLinx for use on Mac OS X systems.
- Windows
  Install, configure, and use the SafeLinx Client component of HCL SafeLinx on Microsoft Windows systems.
  - Getting started
    To get started with the SafeLinx Client, review the software and hardware requirements, and then read the instructions on how to install the client.
  - Using the SafeLinx Client on Windows
    This section describes the use of the SafeLinx Client on Windows.
    - Creating a connection
      After downloading and installing the SafeLinx Client, network connections can be defined and added.
    - Starting a connection
      When you create a connection, you can start it or create a shortcut to it.
    - Checking that applications are running before connecting
      You can configure the SafeLinx Client to check that specific programs are running, such as antivirus or personal firewall software, before allowing the connection to start.
    - Automatically starting applications after connecting
      The SafeLinx Client can be configured to start applications automatically after a connection is established. The number of applications which you can autostart is restricted to 16. In addition to specifying the application name, you can also configure any parameters with which you want the application started.
    - Importing and exporting configuration files
      You can export the configuration file that controls how a SafeLinx Client connects to the network and then import the file to other clients to reuse those settings.
    - Viewing connection status on Windows™ operating systems
      The Status window displays information about your connection to the SafeLinx Server:
    - Modifying connection properties
      After you create a connection, you can modify the connection configuration. From the Connections window, right-click the icon that represents the connection, and select Properties.
    - Using cross network roaming
      Using seamless cross-network roaming, the SafeLinx Client connection and applications persist when switching networks in a multi-network (both IP and non-IP) environment. Persistence allows switching physical networks, while preserving both the connection and application session.
    - Limitations of cross-network roaming
      A third-party developer can extend the SafeLinx Client for access to network connectivity events for a specific radio modem. This extended connectivity occurs by developing a custom dynamic link library (DLL) designed for that modem.
    - Sharing the SafeLinx Client connection on Windows™
      You can share the SafeLinx Client connection through Internet Connection Sharing so you can connect multiple local area network computers to your intranet. You can use just one computer with a SafeLinx Client connection.
    - Setting up a trace
      You can set up a trace to record diagnostic information for the SafeLinx Client. For example, if the modem does not initialize, set up a trace to capture every message sent during the initialization process. Store these messages in the trace file. HCL service personnel might request a trace file from you to help diagnose a problem.
    - Applying maintenance on Windows™ operating systems
      Links to code fixes, for entitled customers, are available from the HCL SafeLinx product support website.
    - Removing the SafeLinx Client from Windows
      The process varies slightly depending upon which version of Windows you are running.
  - Configuring clients with a configuration file
    The artour.ini file contains configuration information about your client and each connection you define. This file is modified when you create connections or modify their properties. It controls which fields and buttons are presented on the Connect window for each connection.

Applying maintenance on Windows™ operating systems

Links to code fixes, for entitled customers, are available from the HCL SafeLinx product support website.

About this task

HCL SafeLinx customers can register at the website for an HCL ID if they do not already have one. A list of authorized IDs was created at the time of which SafeLinx was purchased from HCL. Contact your HCL marketing representative for assistance with the authorized users list.

Procedure

SafeLinx Client for Windows

Locate the SafeLinx Client for Windows Desktop (Windows_Client_<version>.exe). Download the file. Then, either double-click the Windows_Client_<version>.exe file or click Start > Run, then enter the path to where the file was stored. Starting this file automatically extracts the file and run the installation. When a message is displayed about a digital signature, click Yes or Continue to continue the installation. Updating the SafeLinx Client does NOT remove your current configuration stored in your C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Application Data\HCL\SafeLinx Client\artour.ini file

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