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How to use and install Cisco AnyConnect VPN

** You must be given the proper Novell rights in order for this to work **
VPN access is only granted to administrative users who need them.  Contact computing@help.carthage.edu to request access rights to use VPN if you feel you need it.

To Install

1)      Navigate a browser to https://vpn.carthage.edu (notice the s in https – this is necessary!!)

2)      Login with your Novell username and password.

3)      The VPN Client install will auto-detect your Operating System and install the appropriate version of the client.

4)      Unblock any pop-up windows and allow ActiveX to install if necessary.  Allow any other software to install as it is needed by the VPN client.

5)      After the automatic install you will see an icon added in your system tray.

6)      The Cisco VPN client will also be started and you will be connected.

7)      To disconnect, you can click the icon and select Disconnect.

To Use

1)      You DO NOT have to navigate to https://vpn.carthage.edu to use the client – that is only for installation.

2)      Click on Start --> Programs --> Cisco --> Cisco AnyConnect VPN Client and then run Cisco AnyConnect VPN Client

3)      You should now see the Cisco AnyConnect VPN Client. 

4)      Make sure Connect to: says vpn.carthage.edu

5)      Enter your Novell username and password

6)      Click Connect

7)      You are now connected

8)      To disconnect click the icon on the Menu bar and click Disconnect in the pop-up window