Download plus Install Cisco AnyConnect is a easy process if you adhere to the instructions below.
Requirements
Before you begin, check the listed items:
- Operating system requirements: Windows 10/11, Mac OS, or Ubuntu/CentOS.
- Admin rights on the device.
- network access for the transfer.
Download procedure
1. Open a web browser such as Chromium, Firefox, or Edge Chromium.
2. Go to the Cisco vendor website or your enterprise portal.
3. Locate the AnyConnect Secure Mobility bundle for your OS.
4. Click the download link and save the file.
Verify the download
After the download process, check the installer:
- Size should agree with the listed figure.
- Where provided, check the digital signature.
Install on Windows
1. Right-click the installation file and choose Run as admin.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions:
- Accept the user agreement.
- Choose the recommended components.
3. Finalize the setup and log off and on if prompted.
Install on macOS
1. Open the disk image and double-click the package.
2. Follow the installation guide, enter administrator password when asked.
3. Allow any system exceptions in macOS settings if necessary.
Install on Linux
1. Extract the tarball
https://github.com/ancvpn/Cisco-AnyConnect/releases if archived.
2. Run the setup script with elevated permissions, for example:
sudo ./vpn_install.sh
3. Follow the terminal prompts to finish the installation.
Connect to a VPN
1. Launch the AnyConnect.
2. Enter the gateway hostname.
3. Provide your username and password and any MFA token.
4. Click Connect and verify the VPN state.
Troubleshooting
If you face errors:
- Verify network connectivity.
- Reboot the software.
- Reinstall the client.
- Consult the system logs for details and search Cisco documentation.