Unlock secure, seamless remote access to internal resources with Microsoft Entra Private Access! This comprehensive tutorial walks you through everything you need to know—from understanding the requirements to deploying Entra Private Access in your environment. Learn how to configure connectors, create application segments, enable Conditional Access policies, and even troubleshoot common issues.
Perfect for IT professionals and Azure enthusiasts, this step-by-step guide demystifies the setup process with real-world demos and actionable insights. Stay till the end to explore advanced features like private DNS configuration and make your deployments more efficient. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share with fellow tech enthusiasts!
Registry settings code used in the video:
# Configuration script for Entra Private Access Connector
# See https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/entra/global-secure-access/how-to-configure-connectors
# This code is provided 'as is', without warranty of any kind
#Disable HTTP 2.0
Set-ItemProperty 'HKLM:\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Internet Settings\WinHttp\' -Name EnableDefaultHTTP2 -Value 0
# Enable TLS 1.2
$TLSPath = 'HKLM:\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\SecurityProviders\SCHANNEL\Protocols\TLS 1.2\'
$ClientPath = 'HKLM:\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\SecurityProviders\SCHANNEL\Protocols\TLS 1.2\Client'
$ServerPath = 'HKLM:\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\SecurityProviders\SCHANNEL\Protocols\TLS 1.2\Server'
if (!(Test-Path $TLSPath)) {
New-Item -Path $TLSPath
New-Item -path $ClientPath
New-Item -path $ServerPath
}
Set-ItemProperty 'HKLM:\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\SecurityProviders\SCHANNEL\Protocols\TLS 1.2\Client' -Name DisabledByDefault -value 0
Set-ItemProperty 'HKLM:\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\SecurityProviders\SCHANNEL\Protocols\TLS 1.2\Client' -Name Enabled -value 1
Set-ItemProperty 'HKLM:\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\SecurityProviders\SCHANNEL\Protocols\TLS 1.2\Server' -Name DisabledByDefault -value 0
Set-ItemProperty 'HKLM:\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\SecurityProviders\SCHANNEL\Protocols\TLS 1.2\Server' -Name Enabled -value 1
Set-ItemProperty 'HKLM:\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\.NETFramework\v4.0.30319' -Name SchUseStrongCrypto -Value 1Links:
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Licensing Information
https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/entra/global-secure-access/overview-what-is-global-secure-access#licensing-overview
Connector Ports and URLs
https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/entra/global-secure-access/how-to-configure-connectors#prepare-your-on-premises-environment
Connector Configuration Settings
https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/entra/global-secure-access/how-to-configure-connectors
GSA Status Icons
https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/entra/global-secure-access/how-to-install-windows-client#client-statuses-in-system-tray-icon
Set IPv4 Preferred
https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/entra/global-secure-access/troubleshoot-global-secure-access-client-diagnostics-health-check#ipv4-preferred
Hide or Unhide System Tray Menu Buttons
https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/entra/global-secure-access/how-to-install-windows-client#hide-or-unhide-system-tray-menu-buttons
