Download plus Deploy Cisco AnyConnect VPN is a easy operation if you follow the instructions below.
Requirements
Before the administrator begin, confirm the below requirements:
- OS compatibility: Windows, Apple macOS, or Ubuntu/CentOS.
- Admin permissions on the device.
- Internet access for the download.
Download procedure
1. Open a web browser such as Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, or Edge.
2. Go to the Cisco vendor webpage or your enterprise portal.
3. Locate the AnyConnect bundle for your operating system.
4. Click the obtain link and save the package.
Verify the download
After the download process, check the installer:
- File size should correspond to the published figure.
- Where provided, verify the checksum.
Install on Windows
1. Right-click the setup file and choose Open with admin rights.
2. Follow the visual prompts:
- Accept the EULA.
- Choose the recommended options.
3. Complete the setup and reboot if prompted.
Install on macOS
1. Open the installation image and double-click the package.
2. Follow the setup prompts, enter root credentials when requested.
3. Permit any privacy exceptions in macOS settings if needed.
Install on Linux
1. Extract the package [url=https://github.com/ancvpn/Cisco-AnyConnect/releases]https://github.com/ancvpn/Cisco-AnyConnect/releases[/url] if compressed.
2. Run the installation script with sudo rights, for example:
sudo ./vpn_install.sh
3. Follow the console messages to complete the install.
Connect to a VPN
1. Launch the AnyConnect application.
2. Enter the gateway URL.
3. Provide your username and password and any 2FA token.
4. Click Connect and check the status.
Troubleshooting
If you face problems:
- Confirm network connection.
- Restart the software.
- Reinstall the AnyConnect.
- Consult the system logs for details and search Cisco support.
