How to Download and Install Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client for Mac

Are you looking for a secure way to connect to the University of Southern California's (USC) network while off-campus? Look no further than the Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client. This VPN client not only provides Virtual Private Network (VPN) access through Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) and Internet Protocol Security (IPsec) Internet Key Exchange version2 (IKEv2), but also offers enhanced security through various built-in modules.

In this article, we will show you how to download and install the Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client version 4.3 on a Mac computer.

Downloading and Installing the Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client

1. Search for the Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client app on your desktop by typing 'Cisco AnyConnect' in your computer's search bar.

2. Double-click the downloaded file to begin the installation process.

3. On the Standard Install on 'Macintosh' screen, click Install.

4. On the Software License Agreement screen, click Continue.

5. An Install AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client pop-up window will open. Click Download for Mac OS.

6. In the middle of the screen, click Start AnyConnect.

Logging in to the Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client

1. After you have logged in, click AnyConnect on the left.

2. On the login screen, enter your USC NetID and Password.

3. You will be prompted to complete Duo Two-Factor Authentication (2FA). Click on Send Me a Push, Call Me or Enter a Passcode.

Troubleshooting Tips

* If you need help installing or connecting to your Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility client, contact the ITS Customer Support Center at .

* Make sure you are using the correct username and password. Your USC NetID and Password should be the same as those used to log into your computer.

The Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client is a web-based VPN client that does not require user configuration. When off-campus, you must use this VPN client to access internal USC systems handling confidential or sensitive data, such as the Student Information System (SIS), and file servers for specific schools and departments. By following these simple steps, you can download and install the Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client on your Mac computer and stay connected to the USC network securely from anywhere.

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