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When using an Apple device for a Cisco dCloud session, the Apple device must be connected to the Cisco dCloud environment. There are two options for connecting an Apple device to the Cisco dCloud environment:

We recommend the latest version of iOS 10.x or later is always used as Apple has provided bug fixes to improve the reliability of this newer framework. App Store willing, the old application will be renamed to Cisco Legacy AnyConnect and will be rebranded with legacy branding in this same timeframe. Phase out of legacy AnyConnect. Download and install Cisco AnyConnect from the App Store, if it is not already installed on your Apple device.

Only one of these connection methods is required. Both are described below.

A profile called Cisco AnyConnect exists that cannot be deleted. When I remove the AnyConnect application, VPN configurations still appear in the Apple iOS VPN settings.

Connect to Wireless Network on a Router

To connect an Apple device to an active Cisco dCloud session using a router configured for dCloud:

  1. On your Apple device, go to Settings > Wi-Fi.
  2. From the list of Networks, select the data network associated with your router. For example, cisco-dcloud-data-kit-XX (where XX represents the identifier assigned when you registered your router).
  3. When prompted, type the password adgjmptw and tap Connect.

Your Apple device will receive an IP address and will be active on the network.

Connect to dCloud Session Using Cisco AnyConnect

You must be logged into the dCloud UI and your session must be active to perform this activity.

Connect an Apple device to an active Cisco dCloud session using Cisco AnyConnect to:

Add New Connection

To add an Apple device to an active Cisco dCloud session using Cisco AnyConnect by adding a new connection:

  1. Connect your Apple Device to a local wireless connection.
  2. From a browser on your Apple device or laptop go to http://dcloud.cisco.com and log in with your Cisco.com credentials.
  3. In dCloud, go to My Hub > Sessions, locate your active session, and then click View.
  4. Open Details > Session Details to view the AnyConnect Credentials for your session.
  5. Download and install Cisco AnyConnect from the App Store, if it is not already installed on your Apple device.
  6. Launch AnyConnect.
  7. Tap Allow, if prompted. A confirmation window opens the first time you start AnyConnect.
  8. Tap Add VPN Connection. If this is the first time you are accessing AnyConnect, toggle the AnyConnect VPN button.
  9. In the Add VPN Connection window:
    1. Enter a Description.
    2. Enter the Server Address using the Host URL listed in the AnyConnect Credentials section in dCloud. In the example below, the Host URL for the dCloud EMEAR data center is used. The Host URL will vary, depending on the dCloud data center used to schedule your session.
  1. Tap Advanced.
  2. In the Advanced window, verify or update the following settings:
    1. Network Roaming is toggled ON
    2. Certificate is set to Disabled
      1. To change this setting, tap Certificate and then choose Disabled on the Select Certificate window.
    3. Connect with IPsec is toggled OFF
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  1. Tap the back arrow to return to the Add VPN Connection window.
  2. Tap Save on the Add VPN Connection window and then click Allow on the confirmation pop-up.
  3. Toggle AnyConnect VPN to ON.
  4. In the Authentication window, enter a Username and Password from the AnyConnect Credentials section of your dCloud demo. The usernames and passwords are dynamically generated per dCloud session.
  1. Tap Connect.
  2. A message will display to confirm your connection to the dCloud environment. In the example below, the message confirms connection to the dCloud London Platform. The actual message will differ depending on the dCloud data center used to schedule your session.
  3. Tap Accept. Your device is now connected.
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Edit Existing Connection

To add an Apple device to an active Cisco dCloud session using Cisco AnyConnect by editing an existing connection:

  1. Launch AnyConnect.
  2. Tap Connections.
  3. Click the info icon to the right of the VPN connection entry.
  1. Update the VPN connection settings as needed.
    • Optionally, tap Delete the VPN Connection to remove the VPN connection entry.
  2. Tap Save.

Objective

This article shows you how to download and install the Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client version 4.8 on a Mac Computer. This article is applicable only to Cisco Business products that includes the RV34x series routers and not Enterprise products.

Introduction

AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client is a modular endpoint software product. It 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. Why use a VPN? A VPN connection allows users to access, send, and receive data to and from a private network by means of going through a public or shared network such as the Internet but still ensuring a secure connection to an underlying network infrastructure to protect the private network and its resources.

If you are using a Windows computer, click here to view an article on how to install AnyConnect on Windows.

Applicable Devices | Software Version

  • RV340 - 1.0.03.17 (Download latest)
  • RV340W - 1.0.03.17 (Download latest)
  • RV345 - 1.0.03.17 (Download latest)
  • RV345P - 1.0.03.17 (Download latest)

AnyConnect and Mac Software Version

  • AnyConnect (This document uses AnyConnect version 4.8 | Link to download)
  • Mac OS Catalina (10.15) is compatible with AnyConnect 4.8 and later

    • Note: You will encounter issues if you attempt to use Mac OS Catalina with earlier versions of AnyConnect (AnyConnect 4.8 Release Notes | Details from Apple )

  • Mac OS Mojave (10.14) is compatible with AnyConnect 4.9.05042 and below

    • For more details about the supported operating systems (Windows, Linux, Mac) of the Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client, refer to the article on Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client Supported Operating Systems and Requirements. You can also check the Release Notes of the relevant versions for the most updated information.

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Install AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client

Licensing Information

AnyConnect client licenses allow the use of the AnyConnect desktop clients as well as any of the AnyConnect mobile clients that are available.

Licensing Structure - Firmware versions 1.0.3.15 and later

As of March 2019, using RV340 series routers version 1.0.3.15 and later no longer require server licenses. Now you will need only a client license to download and use the Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client. A client license enables the VPN functionality and are sold in packs of 25 from partners like CDW or through your company's device procurement.

We recommend the following user license for use with the RV340 Series:

  • L-AC-PLS-LIC= Qty=25 Duration=12

Licensing Structure - Firmware versions 1.0.2.16 or lower

If you have not yet updated your firmware, please do so now. Do not delay. Click here to visit the downloads page for the RV34X series.

For further information and community discussion on AnyConnect licensing updates, click here.

For AnyConnect Licensing FAQs, click here.

Step 1

Download AnyConnect here.

Install the AnyConnect Pre-deployment Package for the MAC operating systems.

Step 2

Double-click the installer.

Step 3

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Click Continue.

Step 4

Go over the Supplemental End User License Agreement and then click Continue.

Step 5

Click Agree.

Step 6

Choose the components to be installed by checking or unchecking the corresponding check boxes. All components are installed by default.

The items you select in this screen will appear as options in AnyConnect. If deploying AnyConnect for end-users, you may want to consider deselecting options.

Step 7

Click Continue.

Step 8

Click Install.

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Step 9

(Optional) Enter your password in the Password field.

Step 10

Click Install Software.

Step 11

Click Close.

You have now successfully installed the AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client Software on your Mac computer.

Additional Resources

AnyConnect App

Store

To try out AnyConnect on mobile devices, the App can be downloaded from Google Play store or Apple store.

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