Apple macOS: Setup FortiClient on macOS for SSL VPN

Apple macOS: Setup FortiClient on macOS for SSL VPN

Pre-requisite:​​​​
If FortiClient is already installed on your Mac, uninstall it before proceeding with the new version (7.4). Start from Step 1.

If you don't have FortiClient installed already, then start with Step 3.

Uninstall FortiClient on macOS

1. Remove Existing FortiClient:

  • Click the FortiClient Icon on the menu bar to the top right of your laptop and select the option to Shutdown.


  • Go to Finder ---> Applications.

  • Double-click FortiClient Uninstaller Application.

  • Enter your admin password if asked.

2. Restart Your Mac: (Optional)

  • Click the Apple menu () > Restart.


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3. Install via Kandji: (Optional)

  • Open Kandji Self Service from Applications or Launchpad.

  • Go to Utilities > Click Install under FortiClient VPN 7.4.

4. Manually Install the Forticlient App using the attached compressed file.

5. Configure VPN:
  • Open FortiClient VPN.

  • Click Configure VPN (gear icon).

  • Fill in the details: (Refer the Below Image)


     

    • Connection Name: Servify-Mumbai

    • Remote Gateway: mumfgt.servify.in

    • Port: 10443

  • Ensure these options are checked:
    ✅ SSL-VPN
    ✅ Customize Port (10443)
    ✅ Enable SSO
    ✅ Use external browser for login

  • Click Save.

6. Connect to VPN:

  • Select Servify-Mumbai.

  • Click Connect.

  • Log in using your Servify Google Workspace account when the browser opens.


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