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IKEv2 Setup Guide for Windows 8
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Written by Richard
Updated over 2 years ago

Step 1

Right-click on the network icon located at the system tray and then select Open Network and Sharing Center.


Step 2

Click on Set up a new connection or network.


Step 3

Choose Connect to a workplace and then click on Next.


Step 4

Click on Use my Internet connection (VPN).


Step 5

Enter the following settings:

Internet address: se-sto.pvdata.host

*you'll find the server list here.

Destination name: PrivateVPN IKEv2 (any name would do)

Tick Remember my credentials.

Click Create.


Step 6

Click on Change adapter settings.


Step 7

Right-click on the VPN profile that you have created and then select Properties.


Step 8

Proceed to Security tab and then enter the following:

Type of VPN: IKEv2

Data encryption: Maximum strength encryption

Authentication: Secured password (EAP-MSCHAP v2)

Click OK.


Step 9

Click on the network icon at the system tray.


Step 10

Select the VPN profile and then click Connect.


Step 11

Enter your PrivateVPN registered email address and Password.


Connection Success!

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