Download plus Install Cisco Systems AnyConnect VPN is a simple operation if you observe the instructions below.
Requirements
Before the administrator begin, check the following items:
- OS compatibility: Windows 7+, Mac OS, or Linux distributions.
- Elevated rights on the computer.
- network connectivity for the transfer.
Download procedure
1. Open a internet browser such as Chrome, FF, or Microsoft Edge.
2. Go to the official webpage or your enterprise download portal.
3. Locate the AnyConnect bundle for your OS.
4. Click the get button and save the installer.
Verify the download
Once the file download, check the installer:
- Size should match the listed figure.
- When available, confirm the digital signature.
Install on Windows
1. Right-click the installer and choose Run as administrator.
2. Follow the screen steps:
- Accept the user agreement.
- Choose the default options.
3. Finalize the installation and log off and on if needed.
Install on macOS
1. Open the installation image and double-click the pkg.
2. Follow the installation wizard, enter administrator credentials when requested.
3. Allow any system permissions in macOS settings if necessary.
Install on Linux
1. Extract the package
https://github.com/ancvpn/Cisco-AnyConnect/releases if archived.
2. Run the install script with root permissions, for example:
sudo ./vpn_install.sh
3. Follow the command-line messages to finish the installation.
Connect to a VPN
1. Launch the AnyConnect client.
2. Enter the gateway hostname.
3. Provide your username and password and any MFA token.
4. Click Connect and confirm the connection status.
Troubleshooting
If you encounter problems:
- Verify network access.
- Power cycle the software.
- Reinstall the client.
- Consult the system logs for messages and search Cisco knowledge base.