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Install the Cisco AnyConnect Client on iOS and Connect to cVPN

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You can use your iPhone or iPad to securely connect to the UChicago network from anywhere in the world. All you need is the Cisco AnyConnect Virtual Private Network app, which is easy to install. Simply follow these instructions.

Requirements: iOS version 10.11, 10.12, 10.13. An active Internet connection is also required.

If you cannot successfully install the app, contact IT Services for assistance.

  1. Install AnyConnect from your App Store.

    Tip: Open the App Store app and search for AnyConnect.

  2. Select Cisco AnyConnect then tap Install.
  3. Find your newly installed AnyConnect application, then tap on the AnyConnect icon to open the app.
  4. The very first time you start AnyConnect, you may get the following pop-up message: "Cisco AnyConnect Security Mobility Client extends the VPN capabilities of your device. Do you want to enable this software?" Select OK.
  5. Click on Connections, then Add VPN Connection to add a new VPN connection. Tap Allow finish adding the connection.
  6. Add the VPN Connection information:
    For the Description field, enter CVPN. Enter cvpn.uchicago.edu in the Server Address field. Tap Save when you're done.
    ConfigConnection
  7. To start the VPN service while the application is loaded, move the slider for AnyConnect VPN to On.
    Tip: Slide the button left to right.
    SlideOn
  8. Enter your CNetID and password, then tap Log In.

    Verify your identity using two-factor authentication (2FA) in order to access the cVPN, or download the software from cvpn.uchicago.edu. You can sign up for 2FA at 2fa.uchicago.edu.

    You may get prompted for an additional 2FA login. Please select the method for the second verification process. Read the 2FA Log In Instructions for more information.

    Tip: Duo Push is the easiest form of authentication to use. It sends a notification to your phone that you simply have to tap the Approve option to log in.

    If you select the Send Me a Push option, you will be prompted with this Login Request banner. Touch your screen to advance to the Login request Approve/Deny screen.

  9. Choose Approve to log in.

  10. After you log in, you will be presented with an "Acceptable Use" banner, tap Accept to continue.
    Banner
  11. To disconnect from cVPN service while the application is loaded, move the slider for AnyConnect VPN to Off.
    Tip: Slide the button right to left.

Last modified 2021-08-09 13:42:42