Cisco AnyConnect VPN Installation for Mac OS X

Download Cisco AnyConnect

Requires WebID login.

Latest installer for macOS Monterey and newer.

Installation and Setup Instructions for Mac OS X:

Step 1:

Download file image

Download the software and open with default DiskImageMounter.

Step 2:

Download file image

Double-click the AnyConnect.pkg (or Cisco Secure Client.pkg) icon.

Step 3:

Launch Install image

Continue through the installation screens, agreeing to the conditions stated.

Step 4:

Welcome Installer image

Uncheck any applications you do not want to install. VPN is the only necessary one.

Step 5:

Agree to AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client license agreement image

Proceed with installation and verify your Touch ID or password when needed.

Step 6:

Install then move the installer to Trash

When installation is complete, click Close and then Move to Trash to unmount the installer.

Step 7:

Locate the application

When you are ready to begin a VPN session, locate the application to run it.

Step 8:

Successfully Installed image

Enter "vpn.olemiss.edu" and click Connect. You will be asked for your WebID credentials. If you have 2-factor authentication setup, you'll need to respond to that also,

Step 9:

Open Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility application image

The first time you run the VPN application, you may need to enter the computer's password to allow it to use your keychain.

Step 10:

Click Connect image

The AnyConnect icon in your status menu will reflect your VPN connection status. To end your VPN session, click the icon and select Disconnect.