Etc.), and work securely, just as if you were physically on campus. Prior to using the VPN you must install Cisco AnyConnect to your device. Follow the steps listed below based on your operating system or device. Note: For UNC-CH owned laptops, this application is already installed on your computer. These instructions should be used. Linux (Ubuntu 32 or 64bit) Anyconnect Installation Guide. Browse to NS VPN Client Download Page; Download the correct 'anyconnect-predeploy-linux' file (32 or 64 bit). This file should be saved to a directory on your computer.
Installing the VPN Client
- Download the AnyConnect VPN client for Windows. Note: If you're using Microsoft Edge, the program will download as a 'sys_attachment.do' file. You will need to rename the file to 'sys_attachment.msi'
- If you have the Windows Surface Pro X tablet with an ARM-based processor, you should download the AnyConnect VPN client for ARM64.
- Click Run on the Open File – Security Warning dialog box.
- Click Next in the Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client Setup dialog box, then follow the steps to complete the installation. NOTE: We recommend you un-check everything (Web Security, Umbrella, etc) except for the VPN and the Diagnostic and Reporting Tool (DART). This will give you a minimal install. The other features are not supported so there's no need to install them.
Starting the VPN Client
- Go to Start->Programs->Cisco->Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client to launch the program.
- Enter vpn.uci.edu in the Ready toConnect to field, then press the Connect button.
- Select your desired connection profile from the Group drop-down menu:
- UCIFULL – Route all traffic through the UCI VPN.
- IMPORTANT: Use UCIFULL when accessing Library resources.
- UCI – Route only campus traffic through the UCI VPN. All other traffic goes through your normal Internet provider.
- UCIFULL – Route all traffic through the UCI VPN.
- Enter your UCInetID and password, then click OK.
- A banner window will appear. Click Accept to close that window. You are now connected!
Disconnecting the VPN Client
Cisco Anyconnect Installation Download
When you are finished using the VPN, remember to disconnect.
How To Download Cisco Anyconnect
- Right-click the AnyConnect client icon located in the system tray near the bottom right corner of your screen.
- Select Quit.