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Installing the VPN Client

Jan 13, 2020 The latest version of Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client 4.8 is available for download. We will provide the direct download links of the Cisco AnyConnect software on this page. If you want to download a specific version, you can download it at the end of this article. PC: Windows 10, 8.1, 8, 7; Router: RV340, RV340W, RV345, RV354P; Other: Java Runtime Environment (latest version) How to install Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client. To download the Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client to your PC, you must log in with a Cisco profile and have a valid service contract.

  1. Download the AnyConnect VPN client for macOS 11.0 (Big Sur), macOS 10.15 (Catalina), or macOS 10.14 (Mojave).
  2. In your Downloads folder, double-click the file you just downloaded to open it. An icon will appear on the desktop called AnyConnect, and a separate window will open.
  3. Double-click on AnyConnect.mpkg to run the installer, then follow the steps to complete the installation. NOTE: We recommend you un-check everything (Web Security, Umbrella, etc) except for the VPN and the Diagnostic and Reporting Tool (DART). This will give you a minimal install. The other features are not supported so there's no need to install them.
    • NOTE TO macOS users: During the installation, you will be prompted to enable the AnyConnect software extension in the System Preferences -> Security & Privacy pane. The requirement to manually enable the software extension is an operating system requirement.

Starting the VPN Client

  1. In your Applications folder, go to the Cisco folder and double-click the Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client.
  2. Enter vpn.uci.edu in the Ready toConnect to field, then press the Connect button.
  3. Select your desired connection profile from the Group drop-down menu:
    • UCIFULL – Route all traffic through the UCI VPN.
      • IMPORTANT: Use UCIFULL when accessing Library resources.
    • UCI – Route only campus traffic through the UCI VPN. All other traffic goes through your normal Internet provider.
  4. Enter your UCInetID and password, then click OK.
  5. A banner window will appear. Click Accept to close that window. You are now connected!

Disconnecting the VPN Client

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When you are finished using the VPN, remember to disconnect.

  1. Click the AnyConnect client icon located in the menu bar near the top right corner of your screen.
  2. Select Quit.
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Topics Map > Networking > Virtual Private Networking (VPN)

This page contains links to download and installation instructions for VPN software for Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10.

University of Illinois students, faculty, and staff can use these directions to set up their Windows computers or devices to connect to the Virtual Private Network (VPN).

If you have a guest account, Technology Services recommends VPN, Virtual Private Networking (VPN) for Mobile for on-campus use. Contact your host for help downloading and installing the VPN if you need guest access for off-campus use.

Quick Start

  • Download the Windows VPN installation package from WebStore.
    • Make sure you get the correct version for your processor. Most people need the x86 version, but if your computer or tablet has an ARM processor, download the version for the ARM processor.
    • Windows may suggest you configure the built-in VPN instead. This will not work, install the AnyConnect VPN software.
  • Install the software with administrator privileges.
  • VPN server: vpn.illinois.edu (vpn.cites.illinois.edu will still work, but we encourage everyone doing a new setup to use vpn.illinois.edu)
  • Username: Your NetID
    (or, if you're a guest, your guest ID)
  • Password: Your Active Directory password
    (or, if you're a guest, your guest password)
  • Group: 1_SplitTunnel_Default
    (Note: This is the most common choice. See VPN, CISCO AnyConnect, About VPN Profiles for information about the alternatives, such as .)

Detailed instructions are provided below.

Installing the VPN software

  1. Go to the location where you saved the VPN installation package.
  2. Double-click on the .msi fileto open the installer.

  3. You may receive the User Account Control prompt asking if you want to allow the following program to make changes to this computer. If so, click Yes.


  4. The Setup Wizard will launch. Click Next.

  5. Accept the End User License Agreement (EULA) when prompted.


  6. Several windows will show the progress of the installation.
  7. When all of the installation procedures are complete, you'll be prompted to reboot your computer.
  8. After rebooting, your installation is complete.

Starting the VPN Software

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On Windows 7 and Vista: Your Programs menu will contain a new Cisco folder. Inside that folder is another folder called Cisco AnyConnect Mobility Client, and inside that folder is a Cisco AnyConnect Mobility icon.

The 'hidden icons' menu in the taskbar will also contain a new Cisco icon.

On Windows 8: To find the Cisco AnyConnect software in Windows 8, use the search tool in the Apps feature to search for 'Cisco'. The 'hidden icons' menu in the taskbar will also contain a new Cisco icon.



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Logging in

After you launch the Cisco AnyConnect client:

First, you'll identify the VPN server and start to connect.

  • In the Ready to Connect box, enter vpn.illinois.edu.
  • Click Connect.

Next, you'll need to enter three pieces of information.

  • Username: Your NetID
    (or, if you're a guest, your guest ID)
  • Password: Your Active Directory password
    (or, if you're a guest, your guest password)
  • Group: 1_SplitTunnel_Default
    (Note: This is the most common choice. See About VPN Profiles for information about the alternatives).

Note: If you want to access Library resources without logging in to the Library Gateway, you should change to the Tunnel All profile.

When the VPN connects, a blue window will appear toward the lower right side of your screen.


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Disconnecting

When you're done using the VPN connection, disconnect it.

  1. Click on the Hidden Icon menu (shown as an upward pointing arrow near your system clock).
  2. Click the Cisco AnyConnect icon.
  3. In the window that appears, click the Disconnect button.

Troubleshooting and the Advanced window

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If you encounter problems using the VPN, contact the Technology Services Help Desk.

The Cisco AnyConnect VPN client gathers information that can help you with troubleshooting speed or connectivity issues. It may be helpful to open the Advanced window while troubleshooting with the Help Desk.

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To open the Advanced window:


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  1. Click the gear icon toward the lower left corner of the VPN window.
  2. Choose among the tabs as directed to help your Help Desk consultant with troubleshooting.