What is a Virtual Private Network (VPN)?
I have Mac OS X High Sierra 10.13.2 and Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client 4.5.02036 does not work. It installs but every time I need to establish a VPN it fails at 'activating vpn adapter'. After a while it says the connection is unsuccessful. Any insight would be much appreciated. Jul 05, 2018 At the prompt, enter your administrator account password for the Mac and click Install Software. When the software has finished installing, click Close. Connect to the Stanford VPN. To launch the VPN client, open your Applications folder and navigate to Cisco Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client.app.
VPN, also called IP tunneling, is a secure method of remotely accessing USC computer resources. The VPN encrypts all traffic to and from a computer in order to prevent others from viewing the information. VPN also provides the user with a virtual USC IP address that allows access to restricted USC resources.
When will I need to use the AnyConnect VPN client?
If you want to use wireless to connect to the USC Network or if you want to connect to USC restricted resources from your own Internet Service Provider (ISP), you will need to use the AnyConnect VPN client.
Can I use it with any ISP?
You should be able to use the AnyConnect VPN client over any ISP that allows IP tunneling and whose web browsers do not require a proxy. To confirm, please contact your ISP.
Can I test USC’s AnyConnect VPN at USC?
Your USC VPN connection cannot be tested from the USC wired or wireless network. In order to successfully test a VPN connection, you will need to be on an external network such as a hotspot or your home network.
Do I need to use Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) to connect to USC’s VPN?
Yes. All AnyConnect VPN users (students, faculty, staff, and iVIP affiliates) are required to use Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) from Duo to safely connect to VPN. Duo’s additional security features enable our remote workforce and students to log in securely and easily. For more information on Duo 2FA, see itservices.usc.edu/duo.
What happens to my existing VPN URLs?
Anyconnect Secure Mobility Client V4.x For Mac
The following URLs will still be supported via AnyConnect VPN:
- vpn.usc.edu
- sslvpn.usc.edu
- connect.usc.edu
Can you tell me more about the Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client for Windows and Mac?
The Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client is a VPN client that does not require user configuration. However, you will need to install the Java Runtime Environment before you will be able to successfully install the AnyConnect VPN client. You can download Java at www.java.com.
Can you tell me more about the Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client for iOS
The Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client is a VPN client for iOS devices running iOS 6 and later. You can download the Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client from the App store on your iOS device.
Can you tell me more about the Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client for Android?
Cisco Anyconnect Secure Mobility Client Vpn
The Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client is a VPN client for Android devices running Android 4.0 and later. You can download the Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client from the Google Play store on your Android device. Please note that due to the many different types of Android devices, not every Android-based device will work in the same way. ITS is not able to guarantee that these instructions will work on every Android device (4.0 and later).
| This article refers to the Cisco AnyConnect VPN. If you're looking for information on the Prisma Access VPN Beta that uses the GobalConnect app, see: Prisma Access VPN Beta Landing Page. If you're not sure which service you're using, see: How do I know if I'm using the Cisco AnyConnect VPN or the Prisma Access VPN Beta? |
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Overview
Cisco's AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client is a Virtual Private Network (VPN) client that works on a wide variety of operating systems and hardware configurations. For more information about VPNs, see: Virtual Private Network at MIT. The new Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client and service will work under Mac OS X, Windows, and Linux. There are also device-specific versions for many common mobile devices such as iPad, iPhone or Android phones.
Note: You must have an active connection to the Internet and an MIT Duo enabled device before proceeding.
Install the Client for Your Platform and Connect to vpn.mit.edu/duo
Please use the following documentation for Windows, Mac OS, Linux, or mobile device in order to install and run the Cisco AnyConnect VPN client:
- Mac OS X:Install and Run the Cisco AnyConnect client for VPN connectivity on Mac OS X including Duo
- Windows:Install and Run Cisco's AnyConnect client for VPN connectivity on Windows including Duo
- Linux:How can I connect to the MIT VPN via Linux with duo?
- Mobile Devices: Device specific solutions linked from [archive:Mobile Device Support]
- What should I enter for the Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client VPN prompt (including Duo)?
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