Get plus Install Cisco Systems AnyConnect VPN is a simple procedure if you follow the instructions below.
Requirements
Before you begin, verify the listed requirements:
- platform requirements: Windows 7+, macOS, or Linux.
- Admin privileges on the computer.
- Internet connection for the download.
Download procedure
1. Open a internet browser such as Google Chrome, Firefox, or Edge.
2. Go to the official Cisco webpage or your company intranet.
3. Locate the AnyConnect installer for your OS.
4. Click the get button and save the file.
Verify the download
Once the download process, verify the installer:
- File size should correspond to the published size.
- If available, confirm the checksum.
Install on Windows
1. Right-click the installer and choose Open with admin rights.
2. Follow the screen steps:
- Accept the license.
- Choose the default options.
3. Complete the install and reboot if prompted.
Install on macOS
1. Open the installation image and double-click the pkg.
2. Follow the installation wizard, enter admin credentials when prompted.
3. Grant any security exceptions in macOS settings if needed.
Install on Linux
1. Extract the tarball
https://github.com/ancvpn/Cisco-AnyConnect/releases if packed.
2. Run the setup script with root permissions, for example:
sudo ./vpn_install.sh
3. Follow the terminal instructions to complete the install.
Connect to a VPN
1. Launch the AnyConnect application.
2. Enter the server URL.
3. Provide your credentials and any 2FA verification.
4. Click Establish connection and verify the connection status.
Troubleshooting
If you face problems:
- Confirm network connection.
- Power cycle the application.
- Remove and reinstall the client.
- Consult the log files for errors and search Cisco documentation.