Obtain and Deploy Cisco

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Obtain and Set up Cisco AnyConnect VPN is a straightforward operation if you follow the instructions below.

Requirements
Before the user start, verify the listed requirements:
- platform support: Windows, Apple macOS, or Linux.
- Admin privileges on the machine.
- web connection for the retrieval.

Download procedure
1. Open a web browser such as Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, or Edge.
2. Go to the official Cisco site or your enterprise intranet.
3. Locate the AnyConnect Secure Mobility bundle for your OS.
4. Click the download download link and save the package.

Verify the download
After the file download, verify the file:
- Downloaded size should agree with the published size.
- When available, confirm the checksum.

Install on Windows
1. Right-click the setup file and choose Run as administrator.
2. Follow the screen steps:
- Accept the EULA.
- Choose the default features.
3. Finalize the installation and restart if required.

Install on macOS
1. Open the installation image and double-click the pkg.
2. Follow the installation wizard, enter root credentials when asked.
3. Allow any security permissions in System Preferences 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 rights, for example:
sudo ./vpn_install.sh
3. Follow the command-line messages to finalize the install.

Connect to a VPN
1. Launch the AnyConnect application.
2. Enter the gateway address.
3. Provide your username and password and any multi-factor verification.
4. Click Establish connection and verify the VPN state.

Troubleshooting
If you face issues:
- Confirm network connectivity.
- Power cycle the software.
- Remove and reinstall the client.
- Consult the logs for messages and search Cisco support.