Download and Set up Cisco Systems AnyConnect Secure Mobility is a straightforward operation if you observe the steps below.
Requirements
Before the user start, confirm the following items:
- OS requirements: Windows 7+, Mac OS, or Linux distributions.
- Admin permissions on the machine.
- Internet connection for the retrieval.
Download procedure
1. Open a web browser such as Chromium, FF, or Edge.
2. Go to the official webpage or your enterprise intranet.
3. Locate the AnyConnect VPN package for your OS.
4. Click the obtain button and save the file.
Verify the download
Following the download process, confirm the file:
- Size should correspond to the listed value.
- Where provided, confirm the checksum.
Install on Windows
1. Right-click the installation file and choose Run as admin.
2. Follow the visual steps:
- Accept the EULA.
- Choose the standard features.
3. Complete the installation and log off and on if required.
Install on macOS
1. Open the dmg and double-click the installer.
2. Follow the installation prompts, enter root password when requested.
3. Permit any privacy permissions in System Settings if required.
Install on Linux
1. Extract the archive
https://github.com/ancvpn/Cisco-AnyConnect/releases if packed.
2. Run the setup script with sudo permissions, for example:
sudo ./vpn_install.sh
3. Follow the terminal messages to complete the installation.
Connect to a VPN
1. Launch the AnyConnect application.
2. Enter the VPN server address.
3. Provide your username and password and any MFA verification.
4. Click Connect and confirm the status.
Troubleshooting
If you face issues:
- Check network connection.
- Restart the application.
- Uninstall and reinstall the client.
- Consult the logs for details and search Cisco knowledge base.