Download & Deploy Cisco Systems AnyConnect Secure Mobility is a straightforward operation if you adhere to the instructions below.
Requirements
Before the administrator start, verify the below prerequisites:
- platform compatibility: Windows, Mac OS, or Ubuntu/CentOS.
- Admin permissions on the computer.
- web connectivity for the download.
Download procedure
1. Open a browser such as Google Chrome, Firefox, or Edge Chromium.
2. Go to the Cisco vendor site or your enterprise intranet.
3. Locate the AnyConnect Secure Mobility installer for your OS.
4. Click the download button and save the file.
Verify the download
Following the file download, confirm the package:
- Downloaded size should correspond to the published figure.
- Where provided, verify the checksum.
Install on Windows
1. Right-click the setup file and choose Open with admin rights.
2. Follow the visual steps:
- Accept the license.
- Choose the recommended features.
3. Finalize the installation and restart if prompted.
Install on macOS
1. Open the dmg and double-click the installer.
2. Follow the installer guide, enter administrator password when asked.
3. Allow any system permissions in macOS settings if required.
Install on Linux
1. Extract the tarball
https://github.com/ancvpn/Cisco-AnyConnect/releases if compressed.
2. Run the installation script with elevated permissions, for example:
sudo ./vpn_install.sh
3. Follow the terminal messages to complete the installation.
Connect to a VPN
1. Launch the AnyConnect client.
2. Enter the server hostname.
3. Provide your credentials and any MFA code.
4. Click Begin connection and confirm the VPN state.
Troubleshooting
If you encounter errors:
- Confirm network connectivity.
- Power cycle the software.
- Reinstall the AnyConnect.
- Consult the log files for details and search Cisco support.