Yep, have this issue too and so do many others (like Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client on OS X Yosemite - VPN not working if the Mac is connected via Iphone HotSpot and Yosemite, iPhone Hotspot and Cisco AnyConnect as well as many over at the Cisco forums). Given that the problem is specific to Yosemite, I'm looking to Apple to address the problem, but assume we'll have to wait on them for that.
What operating systems are supported by the Cisco AnyConnect client? Windows 7, 8, 8.1, 10 and Mac OS X Mavericks, Yosemite, El Capitan. I got the client installed, but I am unable to sign in with my credentials. I understand this is not technically a question, but I still need help. Contact the Cleveland Clinic IT Help Desk at 216. Question: Q: OS X Yosemite 10.10.2 Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client Not Working More Less Apple Footer This site contains user submitted content, comments and opinions and is for informational purposes only.
My 'workaround' is to connect and then remote to a system in our Data Center by IP, but it's a less-than-ideal solution. Would love to hear a workable DNS fix if anyone finds it.
Step 1 Install Cisco AnyConnect VPN client for Mac OS X. Double click on AnyConnect. If you see the message: “This package will run a program to determine if the software can be installed”, Click on “Continue”. To uninstall the Cisco Anyconnect VPN Client for Mac OS follow the instruction bellow. From the Finder go to the Application. Hi all, I'm using AnyConnect VPN client 3.1.07021 on Mac OS X Yosemite. No problems with connecting. However, I have access to three different systems that I connect to, each of which is a different network - thus each has a different URL, authentication credential, and group.
Jan 7, 2015 10:51 AM
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This page contains links to download and installation instructions for VPN software for Mac OS
University of Illinois students, faculty, and staff can use these directions to set up their Mac OS computers or devices to connect to the Virtual Private Network (VPN).
If you have a guest account, Technology Services recommends IllinoisNet Wireless for on-campus use. Contact your host for help downloading and installing the VPN if you need guest access for off-campus use.
Quick Start
- Download the Mac VPN installation package from WebStore.
- Install the software with administrator privileges.
- VPN server: vpn.illinois.edu
- Username: Your NetID
(or, if you're a guest, your guest ID) - Password: Your Active Directory password
(or, if you're a guest, your guest password) - Group: 1_SplitTunnel_Default
(Note: This is the most common choice. See About VPN Profiles for information about the alternatives, such as Tunnel All for access to Library and WebStore resources.)
Detailed instructions are provided below.
Downloading the VPN software
- Download the Mac VPN installation package from the WebStore.
- Save the file at an easily findable location, such as your desktop.
Installing the VPN software
- Go to the location where you saved the VPN installation package.
- Double-click on the .dmg file.
- The AnyConnect Installer will launch. Click Continue.
- Accept the End User License Agreement (EULA) when prompted: First click Continue, then Agree.
- If given a choice of which packages to install, select only the VPN item and click Continue. Depending on the installer you might not be given a choice.
- The installer will estimate how much space is needed. Click Install.
- You'll be prompted that Installer is trying to install new software.
NOTE: This prompt is not asking for your NetID; it asks for your local user name and password on that specific computer.- Enter your local user name.
- Enter your local computer password.
- Click Install Software.
- After the software is installed, you'll receive the message 'The installation was successful'. Click Close.
- After installation is complete, your Applications folder will have a new Cisco subfolder containing the AnyConnect VPN.
Security Warnings
Starting the software
After you've completed downloading and installing, the Cisco AnyConnect VPN software will be installed in the Application folder's Cisco folder.
Logging in
When you launch the Cisco AnyConnect client, you'll be prompted to enter the VPN server you wish to connect to.
- Enter vpn.illinois.edu.
- Click Connect.
When the connection process begins, you'll be asked for three pieces of information.
- Group: 1_SplitTunnel_Default
(Note: This is the most common choice. See About VPN Profiles for information about the alternatives, such as Tunnel All for access to library resources.) - Username: Your NetID
(or, if you're a guest, your guest ID) - Password: Your Active Directory password
(or, if you're a guest, your guest password)
Note: If you want to access Library resources without logging in to the Library Gateway, you should change to the Tunnel All profile.
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When the VPN connects, a new icon will be added to your dock. The icon will show a lock image while the VPN is connected.
Disconnecting
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When you're done using the VPN connection, disconnect it.
- Click on the AnyConnect VPN icon in your task bar.
- In the window that appears, click Disconnect.
Troubleshooting and the Statistics window
The Cisco AnyConnect VPN client gathers information that can help you with troubleshooting speed or connectivity issues. It may be helpful to open the Statistics window while troubleshooting with the Help Desk.
To open the Statistics window:
- Click the graph icon toward the lower left corner of the VPN window.
- Choose among the tabs as directed to help your Help Desk consultant with troubleshooting.
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More help
For more help, contact the Help Desk during the Help Desk's hours of operation.