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Description
This article describes two alternative methods to configure a standalone FortiClient VPN. 
Solution
There currently is no standalone FortiClient for VPN. However a couple of alternatives are available.

1. FortiClient App

If running Windows 8 or 10, download the FortiClient App from the Microsoft store. This App can only be used for SSL VPN.

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2. Standalone Installer

Create a standalone FortiClient VPN installer with the FortiClient Configurator tool. The standalone installer provides an SSL or IPSec VPN tool that can be used on  PCs running Windows 7, 8 or 10.

For detailed instructions on using the FortiClient Configurator please refer to the following docs:






Technical Support:

-Technical Support for FortiClient Configurator is only provided on the FNDN site forum, not by Fortinet Technical Support.  

-Technical support for FortiClient requires payed FortiClient or EMS Server license. If you have a FortiGate or a FortiClient EMS server with a valid FortiClient Support license, please provide when opening up a service case when needing FortiClient troubleshooting assistance.



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