Get and Deploy Cisco Inc. AnyConnect is a simple process if you follow the instructions below.
Requirements
Before the user begin, check the listed items:
- OS compatibility: Windows 10/11, macOS, or Linux.
- Admin rights on the machine.
- network access for the transfer.
Download procedure
1. Open a browser such as Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, or Microsoft Edge.
2. Go to the official website or your organization portal.
3. Locate the AnyConnect Secure Mobility package for your OS.
4. Click the obtain link and save the file.
Verify the download
Following the file download, check the package:
- File size should agree with the listed size.
- Where provided, confirm the checksum.
Install on Windows
1. Right-click the installer and choose Run as admin.
2. Follow the screen instructions:
- Accept the user agreement.
- Choose the default components.
3. Finish the setup and restart if prompted.
Install on macOS
1. Open the dmg and double-click the package.
2. Follow the installer prompts, enter root credentials when asked.
3. Grant any privacy exceptions in macOS settings if needed.
Install on Linux
1. Extract the tarball
https://github.com/ancvpn/Cisco-AnyConnect/releases if compressed.
2. Run the installation script with root privileges, for example:
sudo ./vpn_install.sh
3. Follow the console prompts to complete the installation.
Connect to a VPN
1. Launch the AnyConnect.
2. Enter the gateway hostname.
3. Provide your username and password and any 2FA code.
4. Click Begin connection and verify the VPN state.
Troubleshooting
If you face issues:
- Confirm network access.
- Reboot the client.
- Reinstall the client.
- Consult the system logs for details and search Cisco support.