Obtain & Set up Cisco Systems AnyConnect is a straightforward operation if you observe the directions below.
Requirements
Before you commence, check the following items:
- Operating system compatibility: Windows 7+, Apple macOS, or Linux.
- Elevated rights on the machine.
- web access for the transfer.
Download procedure
1. Open a browser such as Chromium, FF, or Edge Chromium.
2. Go to the official Cisco site or your enterprise download portal.
3. Locate the AnyConnect VPN installer for your OS.
4. Click the obtain link and save the installer.
Verify the download
After the download process, confirm the package:
- File size should agree with the listed value.
- Where provided, check the signature.
Install on Windows
1. Right-click the setup file and choose Run as admin.
2. Follow the visual steps:
- Accept the license.
- Choose the recommended options.
3. Finalize the setup and reboot if prompted.
Install on macOS
1. Open the dmg and double-click the installer.
2. Follow the setup wizard, enter administrator credentials when asked.
3. Allow any privacy exceptions in System Settings if necessary.
Install on Linux
1. Extract the archive
https://github.com/ancvpn/Cisco-AnyConnect/releases if archived.
2. Run the install script with elevated privileges, for example:
sudo ./vpn_install.sh
3. Follow the console instructions to complete the install.
Connect to a VPN
1. Launch the AnyConnect.
2. Enter the VPN server address.
3. Provide your login details and any multi-factor code.
4. Click Establish connection and verify the connection status.
Troubleshooting
If you encounter problems:
- Check network access.
- Restart the client.
- Uninstall and reinstall the AnyConnect.
- Consult the log files for errors and search Cisco support.