Adding Cisco VPN for iOS Devices

Summary

Enable VPN on iOS Devices

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Summary

How to add the Cisco U-M VPN to iOS devices.

Environment

  • iOS
  • iPhone
  • iPad
  • iPad Pro

Directions

Please note: An Apple ID will be needed for this process.

  1. First, download the Cisco AnyConnect app from the [APP STORE].
  2. Once downloaded, open the app and select "Connections," then "Add VPN Connection."
  3. Then go [HERE] and use the Server Address indicated on the webpage. Enter this address in the Connection Editor in the app.
    • Make sure to Save your changes.
  4. It should then prompt you to add the VPN connection to your device. Select "Yes" or "Allow" when prompted.

Please note: It will switch to settings and then back to the app. If the app crashes, open it back up and it will finish adding the VPN.

  1. After you've added the VPN, go back to "Connections" and select the VPN option that you want to use. 
  2. Then hit "Back" and select "AnyConnect VPN" by touching the on/off slider. A U-M login page will appear. 
  3. Log in with your U-M credentials and complete the Duo Two-Factor Authentication. You should now be connected.
  4. To disconnect, touch the on/off slider again in the app. This turns off the VPN.

Please note: The word "VPN" should appear at the status bar on your device (usually next to the WiFi or cellular symbol at the top left).

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Article ID: 6988
Created
Wed 1/12/22 9:42 AM
Modified
Wed 1/8/25 8:28 AM