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Connecting to VPN using Cisco AnyConnect (MacOS)

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Overview: How to use the Cisco AnyConnect VPN on MacOS

 
NOTE: If you have a Radford University computer, AnyConnect VPN software is already installed and you can skip to step 1 below. If you are using a personal computer, please follow these steps before continuing to step 1 below:
Open the Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client app (see note below on how to download VPN client)
    
1. Click Connect
 
 
2. Enter your Username and Password, click OK
 
 
3. Read the VPN Server policy, click Accept
 
 
4. H: Drive will show as well as any whale share drives that you connect as if you were on the campus network.
 
 
Note: When off-campus, a VPN connection is required to connect to an RU server share. Download the VPN client for Macintosh by logging into MyRU click the Personal Info lock icon see Software Downloads for Personal Use in lower right of screen.
 
If you experience issues or have any questions regarding this topic, please contact the Technology Assistance Center at 540-831-7500 or enter a support ticket at www.radford.edu/ITOneStop.