Obtain plus Install Cisco Inc. AnyConnect VPN is a simple operation if you observe the instructions below.
Requirements
Before you start, confirm the below prerequisites:
- platform support: Windows, Mac OS, or Ubuntu/CentOS.
- Elevated privileges on the computer.
- network access for the retrieval.
Download procedure
1. Open a browser such as Chromium, FF, or Edge.
2. Go to the official Cisco webpage or your company intranet.
3. Locate the AnyConnect VPN package for your operating system.
4. Click the get link and save the file.
Verify the download
Once the file download, confirm the file:
- File size should correspond to the published figure.
- Where provided, check the signature.
Install on Windows
1. Right-click the setup file and choose Open with admin rights.
2. Follow the screen instructions:
- 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 pkg.
2. Follow the installation prompts, enter administrator credentials when asked.
3. Grant any privacy exceptions in System Settings if required.
Install on Linux
1. Extract the archive https://github.com/ancvpn/Cisco-AnyConnect/releases if archived.
2. Run the install script with sudo rights, for example:
sudo ./vpn_install.sh
3. Follow the terminal prompts to complete the install.
Connect to a VPN
1. Launch the AnyConnect.
2. Enter the gateway address.
3. Provide your username and password and any multi-factor token.
4. Click Connect and check the VPN state.
Troubleshooting
If you face errors:
- Verify network connectivity.
- Restart the application.
- Reinstall the software.
- Consult the log files for messages and search Cisco documentation. |