HOWTO: Cisco AnyConnect VPN Client Install

Installing Cisco AnyConnect VPN Software

  1. Download and install Cisco AnyConnect from the following link: Cisco AnyConnect.  
  2. Follow the onscreen instructions for installation with the default options.
  3. Click "Finish."
  4. You should now have a new program group in your Start menu: Start -> All Programs -> Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client -> Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client.

Connecting Cisco AnyConnect VPN Software

  1. Go to the following in your Start menu: Start -> All Programs -> Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client -> Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client.
  2. You will be prompted to enter a VPN gateway. Enter: kdavpn.kda.ks.gov in the VPN: Ready to connect drop-down box and click "Connect."
  3. Ensure KDAStaff is selected for Group, and use your KDA username and password.
  4. Click "OK."
  5. You should now be connected.

Disconnecting Cisco AnyConnect VPN Software

  1. On the right side of your toolbar, select the Cisco AnyConnect Icon..
  2. In the resulting Cisco AnyConnect window, select "Disconnect."
  3. You should now be disconnected from the KDA VPN.