Follow the instructions below to download, install and connect the AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client on your Mac computer (OS X 10.9 or newer) to the new MSU VPN.
- Install Cisco AnyConnect VPN client for Mac OS X Double click on AnyConnect. If you see the message: “This package will run a program to determine if the software can be installed”, Click on “Continue”.
- The current version of the Cisco AnyConnect client available through WebStore (4.8.00175) is officially supported and compatible with Mac OS X versions that support 64-bit applications including Mac OS versions 10.13 (High Sierra), 10.14 (Mojave), and 10.15 (Catalina).
Instructions
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Download:
- Go to https://www3.montana.edu/software.
Locate the Cisco AnyConnect (VPN Client) section (see image below). - Click box next to I accept Software Terms of Use.
- Click the AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client (4.8) download link in the Mac OS X row (shownin red below).
The installer file downloads. When download is complete, follow steps below to install.
Install client:
- Go to your Downloads folder (or whatever location the file was downloaded to) and double-click anyconnect-macos-4.8.00175-core-vpn-webdeploy-k9.dmg to unzip.
- Double-click anyconnect-macos-..pkg file to begin installation (see 1st image below).
The AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client Installer window opens (see 2nd image below). - Click Continue and follow the steps to install.
- Enter your computer's password when prompted.
- Click Close to shut installer window, after installation is finished.
- Click the Move to Trash button when prompted.
Installation will now be complete.
Connect to VPN:
- Go to your Applications folder, open the Cisco folder and then click the Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client. app.
The AnyConnect window opens (see image below). - Enter vpn.msu.montana.edu (if not already entered) and click Connect (see top image below).
In the login window that opens (see bottom image): - Select Group (appropriate for you role at MSU, ie MSU-Employee or MSU-Student).
- Enter NetID and NetID password, click OK.
You will now be connected to the MSU VPN. The Cisco icon in the dock will now have a little padlock on it and a tiny version Cisco round logo with padlock will be displayed on top menu bar.
To disconnect:
Right-click on the icon in top menu bar and select Disconnect.
To connect in the future:
You will no longer go through Network Preferences to connect to the VPN, just use the AnyConnect app.
Connect by right-clicking on the Cisco AnyConnect icon in the top menu bar or dock, then click the Connect button in the 'VPN Ready to connect' box.
If you don't see the icon in your top menu bar or dock, go to your Applications folder, open the Cisco folder and click the AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client.app. Next click the Connect button as shown in the image under step 4 above.
If you don't see the icon in your top menu bar or dock, go to your Applications folder, open the Cisco folder and click the AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client.app. Next click the Connect button as shown in the image under step 4 above.
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Topics Map > Networking > Virtual Private Networking (VPN)This page contains links to download and installation instructions for VPN software for Mac OS X
University of Illinois students, faculty, and staff can use these directions to set up their Mac OS X computers or devices to connect to the Virtual Private Network (VPN).
If you have a guest account, Technology Services recommends IllinoisNet Wireless 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 Mac VPN installation package from WebStore.
- Install the software with administrator privileges.
- VPN server: vpn.cites.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 About VPN Profiles for information about the alternatives, such as Tunnel All for access to Library and WebStore resources.)
Detailed instructions are provided below.
Downloading the VPN software
- Download the Mac VPN installation package from the WebStore.
- Save the file at an easily findable location, such as your desktop.
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Installing the VPN software
- Go to the location where you saved the VPN installation package.
- Double-click on the .pkg file.
- The AnyConnect Installer will launch. Click Continue.
- Accept the End User License Agreement (EULA) when prompted: First click Continue, then Agree.
- If given a choice of which packages to install, select only the VPN item and click Continue. Depending on the installer you might not be given a choice.
- The installer will estimate how much space is needed. Click Install.
- You'll be prompted that Installer is trying to install new software.
NOTE: This prompt is not asking for your NetID; it asks for your local user name and password on that specific computer.- Enter your local user name.
- Enter your local computer password.
- Click Install Software.
- After the software is installed, you'll receive the message 'The installation was successful'. Click Close.
- After installation is complete, your Applications folder will have a new Cisco subfolder containing the AnyConnect VPN.
Starting the software
After you've completed downloading and installing, the Cisco AnyConnect VPN software will be installed in the Application folder's Cisco folder.
Logging in
When you launch the Cisco AnyConnect client, you'll be prompted to enter the VPN server you wish to connect to.
- Enter vpn.cites.illinois.edu.
- Click Connect.
When the connection process begins, you'll be asked for three pieces of information.
- Group: 1_SplitTunnel_Default
(Note: This is the most common choice. See About VPN Profiles for information about the alternatives, such as Tunnel All for access to library resources.) - 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)
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 new icon will be added to your dock. The icon will show a lock image while the VPN is connected.
Disconnecting
When you're done using the VPN connection, disconnect it.
- Click on the AnyConnect VPN icon in your task bar.
- In the window that appears, click Disconnect.
Troubleshooting and the Statistics window
The Cisco AnyConnect VPN client gathers information that can help you with troubleshooting speed or connectivity issues. It may be helpful to open the Statistics window while troubleshooting with the Help Desk.
To open the Statistics window: Uninstaller for mac os x.
- Click the graph icon toward the lower left corner of the VPN window.
- Choose among the tabs as directed to help your Help Desk consultant with troubleshooting.
More help
For more help, contact the Help Desk during the Help Desk's hours of operation.