I2R VPN

How to login into VPN 

The VPN service is made by Check Point Software Technologies Ltd (NASDAQ: CHKP). https://vpngw.a-star.edu.sg
This is a closed network of I2R SSL VPN for staff and it is not intended for the public to access. Bookmark the microsite for quick links https://i2r.limjunlong.science

Follow the step by step guide below.

Tool

• Web browser such as Chrome
• VPN software installed: Check Point SSL VPN
• Internet connection. Ensure sufficient bandwidth.

Estimate Time to Establish VPN Connection

Typically 3 minutes

Step one: Go to the URL

Go to the A*STAR VPN portal (click the button above).

Step Two: Provide your credential

Login with your domain credential.

• Note: You will need to enroll first for 2FA service before using you can use VPN. Please get ITSS helpdesk for advice.

Step Three: Check Your Phone

Check your mobile phone for the 2FA notification alert via DIGIPASS Authentication apps.

Step Four: Approve the OTP Authentication

Sign in using your biometic or phone PIN number.

Step Five: Check the Popup Window

Wait for the popup window to appear.

• For first timer or first login using new computer or device, follow the on screen instruction to install the addon software. You will need administrative right to modify the computer setting. Please get ITSS Helpdesk on administrative right.

Step Six: Check the status

Wait for the Status to become connected. Do not close the popup window.

• Log out when not require VPN access any more closing the popup windows and click Logout on the VPN portal page.

Step Seven: Done

You are now connected to the A*STAR VPN.

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More Information on VPN

• Please use the new URL above.
• The old SCEI prefix VPN address below is obsoleted.
• All unusable and obsolete links are disabled.
• Remember to check for vpngw.a-star.edu.sg in the URL before using your credential information!
• Check Point SSL VPN requires Windows, Java and internet connection
• Rating: 4.5 (160 counts) via
  https://www.checkpoint.com/quantum/remote-access-vpn
• Price: $free for staff
• For A*STAR VPN Tools / I2R VPN, go to https://www.limjunlong.com/access/astar-vpn-tools

How to enroll into ADSelfService Plus for password reset or account reset

The is a tool by ManageEngine, IT management division of Zoho Corporation.

1. Go to the ADSelfService web site (intranet only)
2. Login with your domain credential
3. At the user portal, click on Enrollment tab the top of the page
4. Click on Security Questions
5. Enter the answer for your Mandatory Security Questions
6. Click next.
7. Log out when done.
8. Done.

More Information on ADSelfService Plus Enrollment

• For more information on enrollment, please go to https://www.manageengine.com/products/self-service-password/help/user-guide/adselfservice-plus-enrollment-guide.html 

How to reset password using ADSelfService Plus

The is a tool by ManageEngine, IT management division of Zoho Corporation.

1. Go to the ADSelfService web site (intranet only)
2. Login with your domain credential
3. Click on reset password the right panel
4. Follow the on screen instruction and enter your answer and new password.
5. Log out when done.
6. Done.

More Information on ADSelfService Plus Reset

• For more information on password, please go to https://www.manageengine.com/products/self-service-password/help/user-guide/how-to-self-reset-ad-user-password-through-adselfserviceplus.html 

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Archived Information

Information here are for your personal reference only. Old obsoleted VPN link are striked out and not accessible any more.

• https://extranet.scei.a-star.edu.sg/i2r/
  Opening this old obsoleted link showed the screenshots below:

Desktop version of the obsolete I2R VPN login page (2017)

Mobile version of the obsolete I2R VPN login page (2017)

This is meant for I2R staff to access I2R IT services. Normal login applied. The obsolete link had redirected to the following:
https://extranet.scei.a-star.edu.sg/dana-na/auth/url_2/welcome.cgi (not accessible any more)

Disclaimer

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Major Change log

• 2022-12-01: Updated html codes.
• 2022-01-31: Added link to download A*STAR VPN Tools.
• 2020-06-07: Added ADSelfService Plus information.
• 2019: Update VPN links.
• 2017: Added I2R SSL VPN images.
• Changes made earlier are not available.
• First created on 2016-01-01.

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This article first appeared on 2016-01-01. Updated on 2022-12-01. Lead author: Dr Lim Jun Long (https://www.limjunlong.com).