The following sections describe how to use NetExtender on the various supported platforms: Users can mount network drives, upload and download files, and access resources in the same way as if they were on the local network. With NetExtender, remote users can virtually join the remote network.
Consult your contract or User Guide, or call your service provider for more information.Īlternatively, the SonicWALL Mobile Connect client can be used for smartphones running Android version 4.0 or higher.ĭell SonicWALL NetExtender is a software application that enables remote users to securely connect to the remote network. WARNING Rooting your phone may void your warranty. A layer 3 VPN client like NetExtender requires root permission for certain necessary OS level operations. The rooting requirement is due to limitations and restrictions of the Android platform. Note Only rooted devices are supported for NetExtender Android in Dell SonicWALL SRA. For best results, the latest firmware should always be used with the latest client. Likewise, if a new client is used with older firmware, some client features may not be functional.
The NetExtender Android client is compatible with any Dell SonicWALL SSL VPN firmware version that supports the NetExtender Linux client, specifically:Īs new features are added, users must install the updated client to access all the features supported by the new firmware. The NetExtender Android client is supported on rooted smartphones running the following versions of the Android operating system:
Prerequisites for Android Smartphone Clients Mobile Connect is compatible with SRA and is a free download from iOS and Android (4.0+) app stores. For information about installing and using SonicWALL Mobile Connect, see the SonicWALL Mobile Connect User Guide at:
SonicWALL Mobile Connect is an app for iPhone and iPad that, like NetExtender, uses SSL VPN to enable secure, mobile connections to private networks protected by Dell SonicWALL security appliances. For Mobile Connect access to succeed, the portal must be set to allow NetExtender connections and the user account and group must be authorized to use NetExtender.
Mobile Connect acts as a NetExtender client when connecting to the Dell SonicWALL SRA.