Cisco anyconnect secure mobility client installer package

# Installing Cisco Anyconnect on Mac OS X: A Step-by-Step Guide

Cisco's popular remote access client for secure connectivity has become an essential tool in today’s distributed work environment. If you're looking to set up the Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client on your Macbook or iMac, this article will walk you through a step-by-step guide.

## Prerequisites

Before proceeding with the installation process, make sure that:

1) Your computer is running macOS 10.x (or later).

2) You have administrative privileges to install software.

3) Your internet connection is stable and secure.

## Downloading & Installing Cisco AnyConnect

### Step 1: Access the Downloads Page

- Launch a web browser such as Safari, Chrome or Firefox on your Mac OS X machine.

- Navigate to 'Cisco's official downloads page'(https://www.cisco.com/go/anyconnect).

- Click on Downloads at the top navigation bar.

### Step 2: Select & Download AnyConnect for macOS (Recommended)

- On the resulting Downloads & Guides page, click on the AnyConnect for macOS (Recommended) section.

- Ensure you are downloading the correct version of Cisco AnyConnect for your operating system. If prompted to accept terms and conditions, read them carefully before proceeding.

### Step 3: Save & Run Installer Package

1. Click on the download link under 'For Mac OS X' or similar depending upon the browser used (e.g., 'anyconnect-mac-4_2-0.dmg').

2. When prompted to save the file, choose a secure location such as Desktop.

3. Do not double-click on this .dmg file yet; instead, proceed with step 4.

### Step 4: Install Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client

1. Open your Finder application and navigate to the downloaded folder (e.g., Downloads).

2. Double click on 'anyconnect-mac- version -repack-signed.pkg' installer package.

3. Follow all installation prompts carefully:

* Click Continue twice when prompted with 'Are you sure?'

* Read & accept terms of service by checking box next to 'I have read...'

4. Wait for the installation process to complete; this may take several minutes depending on your computer's specifications and internet connection speed.

### Step 5: Launch Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client

1. Upon successful completion, a window titled 'Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client' should appear.

2. Click OK if prompted with an authentication dialog box asking for your administrator password or enter it manually to proceed with the installation of the VPN client.

### Step 6: Configure & Connect Your VPN Connection(s)

1. Once installed and launched, you will be presented with a window indicating that 'The Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client has finished installing successfully.'

2. Click OK on this final dialog box.

3. To connect to your organization's network via the newly installed client:

* Double-click on the Cisco AnyConnect icon in Applications/Utilities folder or double click anywhere else if added there during installation process earlier.

## Troubleshooting Tips

If you encounter any issues during these steps, please refer to 'Cisco’s official support resources'(https://support.cisco.com/en/troubleshoot.html) for detailed troubleshooting guides specific to your operating system and AnyConnect version. If the problem persists after exhausting all available solutions from their knowledge base, consider reaching out directly via Cisco's global toll-free numbers or online chat services.

By following these instructions carefully and ensuring that you are running a compatible version of Mac OS X alongside up-to-date software on both client-side machines plus proper network infrastructure setup at your organization’s end – connecting securely over VPN should be smooth sailing!

Cisco anyconnect secure mobility client installer package