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Home > Help & Support > Knowledge Base > Network, Internet & Telephone > Virtual Private Network (VPN) > How to Install Cisco Secure Client VPN on Windows

How to Install Cisco Secure Client VPN on Windows

The Cisco Secure Client VPN allows you to connect to Mason networks, making access to restricted services possible as if you were on campus. To connect to the VPN from your Windows computer, you need to install the Cisco Secure Client VPN client.

Cisco Secure Client VPN is available for download via the Related Downloads box to the right on this page, or you can install it from the Windows Software Center.

  • Managed Computer (On MESA)
  • Unmanaged Computer (Not on MESA)

If Your Computer is on MESA

Step 1

Open Company Portal by clicking the Start Button > type in Company Portal > click on Company Portal icon.

company portal site

Step 2

Click on the Apps icons on the left column, click Cisco Secure Client VPN and click Install.

If Your Computer is Not on MESA

Step 1

Download the Cisco AnyConnect VPN client in the Related Download box in the upper-right of this page.

Step 2

Download the installer.

Step 3

Open the folder where the installer was downloaded.

 

Step 4

Double-click on the installer.

Step 5

When the Setup Wizard starts, click Next to continue.

Step 6

Accept the terms in the license agreement and click Next.

Step 7

Click Install to start the installation.

Step 8

Click Finish to complete the installation and exit the Setup Wizard.

Last modified: February 25, 2025

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