Solved: Hello, some doubts about anyconnect. I've created a client profile, then associated it with a group policy, and changed some preferences settings. When I install anyconnect by web-deploy under client preferences those settings are not. Cisco AnyConnect client features are enabled in AnyConnect profiles. These profiles can contain configuration settings like server list, backup server list, authentication time out, etc., for client VPN functionality, in addition to other optional client modules like Network Access Manager, ISE posture, customer experience feedback, and web. The AnyConnect client includes two files that enable and configure client features—the AnyConnect client profile and the AnyConnect local policy. This chapter describes the AnyConnect client features and how to enable them in the profile, the local policy, and on the security appliance. AnyConnect Client. You can use a Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility license to provide support for captive portal detection and remediation in combination with either an AnyConnect Essentials or an AnyConnect Premium license.Captive portal detection and remediation support only computers running Microsoft Windows 7, Windows Vista, or Windows XP and Mac OS X 10.5,10.
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The Remote Access VPN is a virtual private network that creates a safe and encrypted connection over the Internet.
You may connect to the VPN to securely access on-campus UGA systems from off-campus. You may also use it to gain access to restricted or sensitive information while on-campus.
You can download the Cisco AnyConnect VPN client from the app store appropriate for your device or from the UGA Remote Access page. If you are having difficulty installing directly from the enterprise VPN, the following stand alone installers are available:
We recommend using either Firefox or Google when downloading the AnyConnect for Windows installer. There are known issues associated with both Internet Explorer and Microsoft Edge when used to download the AnyConnect version for Windows. If you are having issues installing the VPN on a Mac, click here. If you have any questions or need assistance, please email theEITS Help Deskor call 706-542-3106. |
To log in to the VPN, you will need to use ArchPass, UGA’s two-step login solution powered by Duo. You can enroll devices in Duo through the Self-Service Portal on the ArchPass website.
To connect to the VPN:
- Open your VPN client and type remote.uga.edu
- Choose a VPN Group
- Enter your MyID and Password
- In the “Second Password” field, either enter a passcode generated by your Duo Mobile App or type in your authentication method:
- Push – receive push notification
- SMS – receive passcode via text message
- Phone – receive phone call to mobile or landline
You can find screenshots and complete instructions for using ArchPass with the VPN on the EITS Help Desk site.
01 Default is for general VPN use, to gain access to on-campus UGA systems while off-campus. It is available to any UGA student, faculty and staff member. Most users will choose this group.
Each time you log in to the Remote Access VPN you will receive an email notice. This process is intended to help minimize fraudulent logins to the VPN.
The notice will come from [email protected] and have the subject line 'Alert: UGA Remote Access VPN Login...'
If you have not logged in to the Remote Access VPN and receive an email notice, your MyID password may be compromised.
In that case, you should contact UGA's Office of Information Security by emailing [email protected]. You will be asked to provide information in the email notice.
As always, if you are unsure if an email is legitimate, you may contact the EITS Help Desk at 706-542-3106 or [email protected]
For additional information, refer to the AnyConnect configuration guide.
Client Download
Unlike the ASA, the MX does not support web deploy or web launch, a feature that allows end users to access a web page on the AnyConnect server to download the AnyConnect client. With the MX, there are download links to the client software on the AnyConnect settings page on the dashboard, however, the download links are only available to the Meraki dashboard admin and not the end user. We do not recommend sharing the down link with users as the link expires after every five minutes of loading the AnyConnect settings page.
We recommend downloading the AnyConnect client directly from Cisco.com as there may be an updated version in the Cisco repository. Refer to the doc for the AnyConnect clientrelease notes. We also recommend using either Meraki Systems Manager, an equivalent MDM solution, or Active Directory to seamlessly push the AnyConnect software client to the end user's device.
AnyConnect requires a VPN client to be installed on a client device. The AnyConnect client for Windows, MacOS, and Linux are available on the Client Connection section of the AnyConnect configuration page on the dashboard and can be downloaded by a Meraki dashboard administrator. Please note, the download links on the Meraki dashboard expire after five minutes. The AnyConnect client for mobile devices can be downloaded via the respective mobile stores. You can also download other versions (must be version 4.8 or higher) of the AnyConnect client from Cisco.com if you have an existing AnyConnect license. AnyConnect web deploy is not supported on the MX at this time.
- Installing the AnyConnect client
- You only need the VPN box checked. Once the client has been installed on the device, open the AnyConnect application and specify the hostname or IP address of the MX (AnyConnect server) you need to connect to.
AnyConnect Profiles
An AnyConnect profile is a crucial piece for ensuring easy configuration of the AnyConnect client software, once installed. The MX does not support the use of custom hostnames for certificates (e.g. vpn.xyz.com). The MX only supports use of the Meraki DDNS hostname for auto-enrollment and use on the MX. With the Meraki DDNS hostname (e.g. mx450-xyuhsygsvge.dynamic-m.com) not as simply as a custom hostname, the need for AnyConnect profiles cannot be overemphasized. Profiles can be used to create hostname aliases, thereby masking the Meraki DDNS with a friendly name for the end user.
Cisco AnyConnect client features are enabled in AnyConnect profiles. These profiles can contain configuration settings like server list, backup server list, authentication time out, etc., for client VPN functionality, in addition to other optional client modules like Network Access Manager, ISE posture, customer experience feedback, and web security. It is important to note that at this time, the Meraki MX does not support other optional client modules that require AnyConnect head-end support. For more details, see AnyConnect profiles.
When a profile is created, it needs to get pushed to the end user's device. There are three ways to do this.
1. Through the AnyConnect server (MX): If profiles are configured on the dashboard, the MX will push the configured profile to the user's device after successful authentication.
2. Through an MDM solution: Systems Manager, an equivalent MDM solution, or Active Directory can be used push files to specific destinations on the end user's device. Profiles can also be pushed to the following paths:
2. Through an MDM solution: Systems Manager, an equivalent MDM solution, or Active Directory can be used push files to specific destinations on the end user's device. Profiles can also be pushed to the following paths:
Windows
%ProgramData%CiscoCisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility ClientProfile
%ProgramData%CiscoCisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility ClientProfile
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Mac OS X
/opt/cisco/anyconnect/profile
/opt/cisco/anyconnect/profile
Linux
/opt/cisco/anyconnect/profile
/opt/cisco/anyconnect/profile
3. Manually: Profiles can also be preloaded manually to the same paths as listed above.
How to Create a Profile
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Profiles can be created using the AnyConnect profile editor. The profile editor can be downloaded from the AnyConnect Settings page on dashboard or on cisco.com. Refer to this link for more details on AnyConnect profiles.
Using the profile editor: The profile editor can be downloaded from the AnyConnect Settings page on dashboard or on Cisco.com. The profile editor only runs on Windows operating systems. The screenshot below shows a configured server ton the Server List Entry option.
When configuration is complete, save the profile. It is recommended to use a unique file name to avoid profile overrides by other AnyConnect servers, then you can upload the file to the profile update section on the AnyConnect settings page.
Please note that only VPN profiles are supported on the MX at this time. This means you cannot push NVM, NAM, or Umbrella profiles via the MX.
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- Select enable profiles, upload your xml file, and save your configuration
- After a user successfully authenticates, the configured profile gets pushed to the user's device automatically
- The result of the .xml can be seen below, after successful authentication to the AnyConnect server; this gives users the ease of selecting VPN servers on the AnyConnect client
The Meraki DDNS hostname is not easy to remember, therefore end users are not expected to use it directly. Profiles should be used to make connecting to the AnyConnect server easy for end users.