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title: Choosing a different device for authenticating (VPN)
description: If you have more than one device paired with your account, choose the device you want to use to authenticate.
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revdate: January 25, 2024
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# Choosing a different device for authenticating (VPN)

## About this task

If you have more than one device paired with your account, choose the device you want to use to authenticate.

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|   | The ability to pair more than one type of device, and the type of device you can use to authenticate is defined by your organization. |

## Steps

1. Sign on to your VPN.

   1. In a web browser, enter your VPN sign on URL.

   2. Enter your username and password.

      If you have more than one device, a message appears detailing each device in a numbered list.

   3. For multiple devices only: Enter the number of the device you want to use to authenticate.

   4. Click **Sign In**.

      ### Result:

   A message appears requesting that you authenticate, and an authentication notification is sent to your device.

2. Authenticate using your selected device.

   The authentication can be a request for swipe, fingerprint authentication, or a passcode, depending on your device.

3. Click **Sign In**.