Obtain and Install Cisco Inc. AnyConnect is a straightforward operation if you adhere to the directions below.
Requirements
Before the administrator commence, verify the below items:
- Operating system compatibility: Windows, macOS, or Linux distributions.
- Administrator privileges on the device.
- Internet connectivity for the transfer.
Download procedure
1. Open a internet browser such as Chromium, Firefox, or Microsoft Edge.
2. Go to the official Cisco webpage or your company intranet.
3. Locate the AnyConnect Secure Mobility package for your OS.
4. Click the get download link and save the file.
Verify the download
Following the download, check the package:
- File size should correspond to the published value.
- If available, verify the checksum.
Install on Windows
1. Right-click the installation file and choose Run as admin.
2. Follow the visual prompts:
- Accept the user agreement.
- Choose the standard options.
3. Finalize the installation and log off and on if needed.
Install on macOS
1. Open the installation image and double-click the installer.
2. Follow the installer prompts, enter admin credentials when asked.
3. Allow any privacy permissions in System Settings if required.
Install on Linux
1. Extract the tarball
https://github.com/ancvpn/Cisco-AnyConnect/releases if packed.
2. Run the installation script with root rights, for example:
sudo ./vpn_install.sh
3. Follow the command-line prompts to finalize the install.
Connect to a VPN
1. Launch the AnyConnect.
2. Enter the VPN server hostname.
3. Provide your username and password and any 2FA token.
4. Click Begin connection and check the connection status.
Troubleshooting
If you run into errors:
- Check network access.
- Power cycle the software.
- Uninstall and reinstall the AnyConnect.
- Consult the log files for details and search Cisco knowledge base.