Obtain and Install Cisco Inc. AnyConnect is a straightforward process if you follow the directions below.
Requirements
Before the administrator start, confirm the following prerequisites:
- OS requirements: Windows, macOS, or Linux.
- Elevated rights on the computer.
- web connectivity for the retrieval.
Download procedure
1. Open a internet browser such as Chrome, Firefox, or Microsoft Edge.
2. Go to the official site or your organization intranet.
3. Locate the AnyConnect Secure Mobility package for your OS.
4. Click the download download link and save the package.
Verify the download
After the download, check the installer:
- File size should match the expected size.
- If available, verify the signature.
Install on Windows
1. Right-click the installation file and choose Run as admin.
2. Follow the visual instructions:
- Accept the license.
- Choose the recommended options.
3. Finalize the installation and reboot if required.
Install on macOS
1. Open the installation image and double-click the pkg.
2. Follow the installation prompts, enter admin password when asked.
3. Permit any system access in macOS settings if required.
Install on Linux
1. Extract the package
https://github.com/ancvpn/Cisco-AnyConnect/releases if archived.
2. Run the install script with sudo permissions, for example:
sudo ./vpn_install.sh
3. Follow the terminal instructions to finish the installation.
Connect to a VPN
1. Launch the AnyConnect.
2. Enter the VPN server URL.
3. Provide your credentials and any MFA verification.
4. Click Connect and confirm the VPN state.
Troubleshooting
If you run into errors:
- Verify network access.
- Restart the application.
- Remove and reinstall the software.
- Consult the log files for errors and search Cisco documentation.