Virtual Office Overview | 15
SonicWALL NetExtender is a software application that enables remote users to securely
connect to the remote network. With NetExtender, remote users can virtually join the remote
network. Users can mount network drives, upload and download files, and access resources in
the same way as if they were on the local network.
Certificates
If the SRA appliance uses a self-signed SSL certificate for HTTPS authentication, then it is
recommended to install the certificate before establishing a NetExtender connection. If you are
unsure whether the certificate is self-signed or generated by a trusted root Certificate Authority,
SonicWALL recommends that you import the certificate. The easiest way to import the
certificate is to click the Import Certificate button at the bottom of the Virtual Office home page.
If the certificate is not issued by an authorized organization, a message is displayed warning
users of the risk. A user can then view detailed information and choose to continue or end the
connection.
Logging Out of the Virtual Office
To end your session, simply return to the Virtual Office home page from wherever you are within
the portal and click the Logout button.
When using the Virtual Office with the admin username, the Logout button is not displayed.
This is a security measure to ensure that Administrators log out of the administrative interface,
and not the Virtual Office.