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Installing Cisco AnyConnect Client on Windows 10 and 11

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1.0 - Authored on 2018-09-05 by Brian Ng (brianhng)

The following instructions show you how to install the Cisco AnyConnect Client on Windows 10 and connect to the University of Chicago virtual private network (cVPN).

  1. Launch a web browser then go to cvpn.uchicago.edu.
  2. When prompted, enter your CNetID and password. Verify your identity using two-factor authentication (2FA) if prompted. This will allow you to access the cVPN or access the software from cvpn.uchicago.edu.
  3. After you log in, select Continue.
    Unauthorized access warning screen and link to the Acceptable Use Policy
  4. The Mobility Client Download will appear. Select Download for Windows to download the app. A link to the installer app will appear at the bottom of your browser window.
    Windows installer app download
  5. Select the installer app link to to begin the installation process, or select Show all to locate the file.
    Install cVPN app and locate the app file
  6. Select Next on the welcome screen.
    AnConnect Welcome Setup Screen
  7. Select Install.
    Ready to install
  8. You may see this User Access Control Warning, select Yes to continue with the installation.
    AnyConnect Verification Screen - allow this app to make changes
  9. Select Finish to complete the installation.
    AnyConnect Setup Completion Screen
  10. From the Start Menu, select the Cisco AnyConnect app.
    Start Menu Applications List
  11. Enter cvpn.uchicago.edu in the Ready to Connect window, then select Connect.
    Connect to cVPN client screen
  12. Again, you will be prompted to log in with your CNetID and password, then select OK. You may get prompted for an additional two-factor authentication login.
  13. At the welcome window, read the Acceptable Use Policy, then select Accept to continue.
    Authorization and Acceptable Use Policy
  14. A notification will appear when connected successfully.
    Connect to Cisco AnyConnect confirmation screen
    The AnyConnect application icon will be visible in the system tray in the lower right-hand corner.
    AnyConnect Secure Mobility Icon
  15. To disconnect from cVPN, open the AnyConnect application by selecting the AnyConnect icon, then select Disconnect.
    Disconnect from AnyConnect

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