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Objective

This article shows you how to download and install the Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client version 4.8 on a Mac Computer. This article is applicable only to Cisco Business products that includes the RV34x series routers and not Enterprise products.

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Introduction

AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client is a modular endpoint software product. It not only provides Virtual Private Network (VPN) access through Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) and Internet Protocol Security (IPsec) Internet Key Exchange version2 (IKEv2) but also offers enhanced security through various built-in modules. Why use a VPN? A VPN connection allows users to access, send, and receive data to and from a private network by means of going through a public or shared network such as the Internet but still ensuring a secure connection to an underlying network infrastructure to protect the private network and its resources.

If you are using a Windows computer, click here to view an article on how to install AnyConnect on Windows.

Applicable Devices | Software Version

RV340 - 1.0.03.17 (Download latest)
RV340W - 1.0.03.17 (Download latest)
RV345 - 1.0.03.17 (Download latest)
RV345P - 1.0.03.17 (Download latest)

AnyConnect and Mac Software Version

AnyConnect (This document uses AnyConnect version 4.8 | Link to download)
Mac OS Catalina (10.15) is compatible with AnyConnect 4.8 and later

Note: You will encounter issues if you attempt to use Mac OS Catalina with earlier versions of AnyConnect (AnyConnect 4.8 Release Notes | Details from Apple )

Mac OS Mojave (10.14) is compatible with AnyConnect 4.9.05042 and below

For more details about the supported operating systems (Windows, Linux, Mac) of the Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client, refer to the article on Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client Supported Operating Systems and Requirements. You can also check the Release Notes of the relevant versions for the most updated information.

Install AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client

Licensing Information

AnyConnect client licenses allow the use of the AnyConnect desktop clients as well as any of the AnyConnect mobile clients that are available.

Licensing Structure - Firmware versions 1.0.3.15 and later

As of March 2019, using RV340 series routers version 1.0.3.15 and later no longer require server licenses. Now you will need only a client license to download and use the Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client. A client license enables the VPN functionality and are sold in packs of 25 from partners like CDW or through your company's device procurement.

We recommend the following user license for use with the RV340 Series:

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Licensing Structure - Firmware versions 1.0.2.16 or lower

If you have not yet updated your firmware, please do so now. Do not delay. Click here to visit the downloads page for the RV34X series.

For further information and community discussion on AnyConnect licensing updates, click here.

For AnyConnect Licensing FAQs, click here.

Step 1

Download AnyConnect here.

Install the AnyConnect Pre-deployment Package for the MAC operating systems.

Step 2

Double-click the installer.

Step 3

Click Continue.

Step 4

Go over the Supplemental End User License Agreement and then click Continue.

Step 5

Click Agree.

Step 6

Choose the components to be installed by checking or unchecking the corresponding check boxes. All components are installed by default.

The items you select in this screen will appear as options in AnyConnect. If deploying AnyConnect for end-users, you may want to consider deselecting options.

Step 7

Click Continue.

Step 8

Click Install.

Step 9

(Optional) Enter your password in the Password field.

Step 10

Click Install Software.

Step 11

Click Close.

You have now successfully installed the AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client Software on your Mac computer.

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