Obtain and Install Cisco Systems AnyConnect Secure Mobility is a easy operation if you follow the instructions below.
Requirements
Before you start, check the below prerequisites:
- OS requirements: Windows 7+, macOS, or Linux.
- Administrator permissions on the machine.
- network access for the download.
Download procedure
1. Open a web browser such as Google Chrome, Firefox, or Microsoft Edge.
2. Go to the official webpage or your enterprise download portal.
3. Locate the AnyConnect package for your OS.
4. Click the obtain button and save the file.
Verify the download
Once the download process, verify the installer:
- Downloaded size should match the published figure.
- Where provided, verify the digital signature.
Install on Windows
1. Right-click the installer and choose Open with admin rights.
2. Follow the visual steps:
- Accept the license.
- Choose the standard components.
3. Complete the installation and log off and on if prompted.
Install on macOS
1. Open the disk image and double-click the package.
2. Follow the installation wizard, enter root password when prompted.
3. Grant any system access in System Settings if required.
Install on Linux
1. Extract the package https://github.com/ancvpn/Cisco-AnyConnect/releases if packed.
2. Run the setup script with sudo privileges, for example:
sudo ./vpn_install.sh
3. Follow the console messages to finish the setup.
Connect to a VPN
1. Launch the AnyConnect client.
2. Enter the VPN server hostname.
3. Provide your credentials and any multi-factor token.
4. Click Connect and check the status.
Troubleshooting
If you run into errors:
- Confirm network connectivity.
- Reboot the application.
- Remove and reinstall the client.
- Consult the logs for errors and search Cisco documentation.