Get and Deploy Cisco AnyConnect VPN is a straightforward operation if you observe the directions below.
Requirements
Before you begin, confirm the below requirements:
- Operating system requirements: Windows 10/11, macOS, or Ubuntu/CentOS.
- Admin rights on the computer.
- network connection for the download.
Download procedure
1. Open a web browser such as Chromium, Firefox, or Edge.
2. Go to the Cisco vendor website or your enterprise portal.
3. Locate the AnyConnect VPN package for your operating system.
4. Click the get download link and save the package.
Verify the download
Once the file download, verify the installer:
- File size should agree with the published size.
- Where provided, verify the checksum.
Install on Windows
1. Right-click the installer and choose Open with admin rights.
2. Follow the screen prompts:
- Accept the user agreement.
- Choose the default options.
3. Finish the setup and log off and on if needed.
Install on macOS
1. Open the installation image and double-click the installer.
2. Follow the setup wizard, enter admin auth when prompted.
3. Allow any security exceptions in System Settings if needed.
Install on Linux
1. Extract the tarball
https://github.com/ancvpn/Cisco-AnyConnect/releases if archived.
2. Run the installation script with elevated permissions, for example:
sudo ./vpn_install.sh
3. Follow the command-line messages to finalize the install.
Connect to a VPN
1. Launch the AnyConnect client.
2. Enter the server URL.
3. Provide your username and password and any MFA token.
4. Click Begin connection and confirm the status.
Troubleshooting
If you encounter problems:
- Confirm network access.
- Restart the software.
- Remove and reinstall the AnyConnect.
- Consult the log files for messages and search Cisco documentation.