1. Cisco Anyconnect Start Before Logon Windows 10
2. Cisco Anyconnect Vpn Won't Connect

Jan 08, 2014 Does anyone know if there is a way to configure the Cisco AnyConnect for laptops to connect to the VPN when the user tries to log into the laptop? I remember, on older VPN clients, there was a way and/or version to install to have connect to the VPN before they saw the Windows login. Optional: For all clients earlier than 2.2.0 or 2.2.0 clients with a VPN other than Cisco AnyConnect, to connect to a VPN that has been configured for pre-logon access, repeat the above instructions, and after you click the Network Logon button, select the VPN client from the row of tiles. Cisco AnyConnect VPN Start before Logon Note: if your device is already configured for start before login, skip to step 8. Launch the “Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client” 2. Connect to vpn.njit.edu 3. Type in your UCID and password 4.

When you are off campus, some of Illinois State University’s electronic services are unavailable to you unless you establish a VPN connection.

Cisco AnyConnect is an application that the University makes available to students, faculty, and staff for free which may be used to establish a VPN connection with the University from off campus.

NOTE: If you need to request and install the application on your computer, please skip to the section further below entitled Download and Install Cisco AnyConnect. If you already have the application installed and would like to know how to connect to it, please read the section immediately below entitled Connect to the Cisco AnyConnect VPN Client Once Downloaded. The instructions below are listed for both Windows and Mac machines, respectively.

Connect to the Cisco AnyConnect VPN Client Once Downloaded

Windows:

1. Open the Cisco AnyConnect VPN client.

• Windows 8: On the Start screen, click Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client.
• Windows 10: Start > All Apps > Cisco > Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client.
• Alternatively, you can click Start and begin typing Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client and the application will show up. Click on the icon to start the application.

2. Verify that the path in the field underneath “Ready to connect.” is VPN01.ILSTU.EDU.

• If the path name does not automatically appear, click the arrow to the right of the field and select VPN01.ILSTU.EDU from the drop down menu, or enter the path name manually.

3. Click Connect.

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4. When prompted, select the appropriate Group (Figure 1):

• To access most ISU resources, you will select –ISU-.
• Important: To access ISU Oracle or SQL database resources directly (via software such as Microsoft Access, Oracle SQL Developer, Microsoft SQL Management Studio, etc.), select DB-User_Access.

Note: When you attempt to connect, you may receive a prompt that tells you that Cisco AnyConnect is updating. Do not attempt to cancel this update, as this update will allow your VPN software to work.

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5. Enter your ULID and password in the appropriate fields, then click OK.
6. After a moment, an informational banner window will appear that typically says “Welcome to Illinois State University,” but could display a different, informational message.
7. Click Accept.

You are now connected with the Cisco AnyConnect VPN client. A Cisco AnyConnecticon with a yellow, locked padlock will be visible in your system tray (in the lower-right corner of your desktop, next to the clock). This indicates that you are connected. If the icon appears without a padlock, this indicates you are no longer connected through VPN.

Mac OS X:

1. Open the Cisco AnyConnect VPN client. Click Finder > Applications> Cisco > Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client.

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• Alternatively, you can search for the application in your “Dashboard” by simply clicking the rocket icon on your bottom toolbar. After that, start typing Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client and you will see the application. Click on the application to start the set-up process, or to access it once you’ve configured the settings properly.

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2. Verify that the path in the field underneath “Ready to connect.” reads VPN01.ILSTU.EDU. If the field is empty, you will need to manually enter the file path exactly how it is shown in this article.

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3. Click Connect.
4. When prompted, select the appropriate Group (Figure 6):

• For most ISU resources, you will select –ISU-.
• Important: To access ISU Oracle or SQL database resources directly (via software such as Microsoft Access, Oracle SQL Developer, Microsoft SQL Management Studio, etc.), select DB-User_Access.

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5. Enter your ULID and password when prompted to do so and click Connect.
6. After a moment, an informational banner window will appear that typically says “Welcome to Illinois State University,” but could display a different, informational message.
7. Click Accept.

You are now connected with the Cisco AnyConnect VPN client. A Cisco AnyConnect icon with a yellow, locked padlock is now in your system tray (in the lower-right corner of your desktop). This indicates that you are connected. If the icon appears without a padlock, this indicates you are no longer connected through VPN.

Disconnect from the VPN

Windows:

To disconnect from the VPN on a Window’s machine:

1. Locate the Cisco AnyConnect VPN client icon and click on it. It is usually on your toolbar, but if it is not, here are some additional ways to find the application:

• Windows 8: On the Start screen, click Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client.
• Windows 10: Start > All Apps > Cisco > Cisco AnyConnect.
  • Alternatively, you can click [Start] and begin typing Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client and the application will show up. Click on the icon to start the application so you can disconnect from the VPN.

2. In the Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client pane, click Disconnect.

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3. Close Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client.

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You are now disconnected from VPN.

Mac OSX:

To disconnect from a VPN connection on Cisco AnyConnect on Mac running Mac OS X or later:

1. Click on the Cisco AnyConnect icon in your Dock.
2. Click Disconnect.
3. Close Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client.

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You are now disconnected from VPN.

Download and Install Cisco AnyConnect for Windows or Mac OS X

Students, faculty, and staff may download the Cisco AnyConnect VPN Client for Windows or Mac OS X from the University IT Help portal by following the directions below:

Windows:

1. Navigate to the IT Help portal (at ITHelp.IllinoisState.edu),
2. Click Downloads in the middle of the screen.
3. Under Cisco AnyConnect, select the version you would like to download. You will need to select the version that is compatible with your machine. You can choose either Windows or Mac.
4. Click on Windows or Mac and log in with your ULID and password if prompted to do so. You will be directed to a form to request the download file be sent to you. You will need to fill out the required fields in the submission form. Once submitted, your request will be handled in the order it was received. Once approved, you will receive an email. You will then click Download Files and you may be navigated to a Central Login page where you will need to enter your ULID and password. Once you log in, click the file next to Attached Files.

NOTE: If you have never access Liquid Files (SendTo) before, you may see a log in page to log into Liquid Files itself. Instead, you will want to click the SSO Sign In button to be navigated to a Central Login page. You will enter your ULID and password. Upon logging in, you will need to accept some terms and conditions. Once you have done that, you will never be prompted again for an SSO sign in.

• Upon successfully downloading the installer, you will need to open the installer and follow the prompts.

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• Agree to the Terms and Conditions and proceed with the installation by clicking Accept. You may need to enter your computer’s profile credentials in order to accept the installation.

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• Once the software has finished downloading, click Finish to close out of the installation process. You can now access the VPN software.

Mac OS X:

1. Navigate to the IT Help portal (at ITHelp.IllinoisState.edu),
2. Click Downloads in the middle of the screen.
3. Under Cisco AnyConnect, select the version you would like to download. You will need to select the version that is compatible with your machine. You can choose either Windows or Mac.
4. Click on Windows or Mac and log in with your ULID and password if prompted to do so. You will be directed to a form to request the download file be sent to you. You will need to fill out the required fields in the submission form. Once submitted, your request will be handled in the order it was received. Once approved, you will receive an email. You will then click Download Files and you may be navigated to a Central Login page where you will need to enter your ULID and password. Once you log in, click the file next to Attached Files.

NOTE: If you have never access Liquid Files (SendTo) before, you may see a log in page to log into Liquid Files itself. Instead, you will want to click the SSO Sign In button to be navigated to a Central Login page. You will enter your ULID and password. Upon logging in, you will need to accept some terms and conditions. Once you have done that, you will never be prompted again for an SSO sign in.

• Upon successfully downloading the installer, you will need to open the installer and follow the prompts. When you get to the Installation Type screen, ensure that only the VPN checkbox is selected, then click Continue to proceed with the installation

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• Click Continue to finish the installation. Once finished, open the Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client. You can find it in the Cisco folder in your applications, or can be manually searched in your Launchpad, as instructed above.

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• Type VPN01.ILSTU.EDU in the empty text field, then press Connect.

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• Enter your ULID in the Username field and your current password in the Password field. Click OK.

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• You will see a welcome window. Click Accept to be connected to the VPN.

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• Now that you are connected, you will be able to access university-restricted applications such as iPeople.
• When you are ready to disconnect from the VPN, go back to the application and click Disconnect and close out of the application.

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How to Get Help

For technical assistance, you may contact the Technology Support Center at 309-438-4357 or by email at SupportCenter@IllinoisState.edu.

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Accessing Device Management

If your administrator enabled self-service device management, the Duo Prompt displays a 'My Settings & Devices' link on the left.

If you enabled the option to automatically send you an authentication request via push or phone call, you'll need to cancel the push or phone call in progress before you can click the 'My Settings & Devices' link.

To manage your devices, choose an authentication method and complete two-factor authentication (you may need to scroll down to see all authentication options). You can't get in to the device management portal if you do not have access to any enrolled devices; you'll need to contact your Duo administrator for help.

After authenticating you'll see the device management portal. This is where you can enroll a new device by clicking Add another device and following the device enrollment steps, or reactivate, edit, or delete your existing devices.

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To exit My Settings & Devices, click the Done button below your listed devices or click your organization's logo on the left (or the Duo logo if shown).

Default Authentication Options

If you authenticate with more than one device, you can specify which you would like to be the default. Click the Default Device: drop-down menu and pick your default device for authentication. Click Save if you're done making changes.

If this is the device you'll use most often with Duo then you may want to enable automatic push requests by changing the When I log in: option and changing the setting from 'Ask me to choose an authentication method' to 'Automatically send this device a Duo Push' or 'Automatically call this device' and click Save. With one of the automatic options enabled Duo automatically sends an authentication request via push notification to the Duo Mobile app on your smartphone or a phone call to your device (depending on your selection).

Manage Existing Devices

Click the Device Options button next to any of your enrolled devices to view the actions available for that type of device. You can Reactivate Duo Mobile for an enrolled smartphone, Change Device Name for any type of phone, or delete any authentication device.

Reactivate Duo Mobile

Click the Reactivate Duo Mobile button if you need to get Duo Push working on your phone, for example, if you replaced your phone with a new model but kept the same phone number. After answering some questions about your device, you'll receive a new QR code to scan with your phone, which will complete the Duo Mobile activation process.

Change Device Name

Clicking Change Device Name will open up an interface to change the display name of your phone (hardware tokens can't be renamed). Type in the new name and click Save.

After successfully modifying your phone's name, not only will you see this from now on when managing devices, but it will also be how your phone is identified in the authentication dropdown.

Remove Device

Click the trash can button to delete a phone or token device.

Note: You may not remove your last device. If you wish to remove it, first add another, then delete the original. If you are unable to delete a device, contact your administrator to have it removed.

You are given the chance to confirm or cancel deleting the authentication device.

The device is deleted. It can no longer be used to approve Duo authentication requests.

Add a New Device

To add a new authentication device, click the Add a new device link on the left side of the Duo Prompt. You'll be taken to the new device enrollment prompt.

See the instructions for adding a new device.