Get & Set up Cisco Inc. AnyConnect Secure Mobility is a straightforward procedure if you observe the steps below.
Requirements
Before the administrator start, verify the listed items:
- OS support: Windows 7+, Apple macOS, or Ubuntu/CentOS.
- Administrator permissions on the computer.
- network access for the download.
Download procedure
1. Open a web browser such as Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, or Edge.
2. Go to the Cisco vendor site or your organization portal.
3. Locate the AnyConnect installer for your operating system.
4. Click the get button and save the file.
Verify the download
After the download, confirm the file:
- File size should correspond to the listed figure.
- Where provided, confirm the signature.
Install on Windows
1. Right-click the installer and choose Run as administrator.
2. Follow the screen instructions:
- Accept the license.
- Choose the recommended components.
3. Complete the install and restart if needed.
Install on macOS
1. Open the disk image and double-click the installer.
2. Follow the installer wizard, enter administrator password when requested.
3. Allow any system exceptions in System Preferences if needed.
Install on Linux
1. Extract the tarball
https://github.com/ancvpn/Cisco-AnyConnect/releases if compressed.
2. Run the setup script with elevated privileges, for example:
sudo ./vpn_install.sh
3. Follow the terminal instructions to finalize the install.
Connect to a VPN
1. Launch the AnyConnect application.
2. Enter the server hostname.
3. Provide your login details and any MFA token.
4. Click Begin connection and verify the connection status.
Troubleshooting
If you face errors:
- Check network connectivity.
- Power cycle the application.
- Reinstall the AnyConnect.
- Consult the system logs for messages and search Cisco support.