If you’re having trouble logging into Cisco AnyConnect (aka the Software VPN), make sure you've carefully followed the steps provided for your operating system under the 'Software VPN' tab on the main VPN page. In particular: Enter the correct hostname vpn.uci.edu and then click Connect. OpenConnect / Cisco AnyConnect. This protocol is widely used by multi-national corporations, and might not be blocked. Stunnel add-on available. Shadowsocks, The V2ray-plugin is installed to provide robust traffic evasion on hostile networks (especially those implementing quality of service (QOS) throttling). A private Tor bridge relay.
The Secure Sockets Layer Virtual Private Network (SSL VPN) allows authorized users access to private or restricted services on the UC network from off-campus locations. You will need to log into the VPN if you are off-campus and need access to a departmental file server or restricted service, for example.
NOTE: If you are currently on the UC internal network, you will not be permitted to access the VPN while on UC's campus.
If you wish to install the AnyConnect client, please select the appropriate link from the list below to install the VPN AnyConnect client software on your device.
The Anyconnect client is the preferred Gatorlink VPN client. It is available for the following systems: Windows Vista, 7, and 8/8.1/10; MacOSX 10.6 - 10.10 for the Intel architecture only. The Secure Sockets Layer Virtual Private Network (SSL VPN) allows authorized users access to private or restricted services on the UC network from off.
If you download the Windows installer on Windows 10 with Microsoft Edge or Internet Explorer you will need to change the file extension from .man to .msi before you can run the installer.
Cdk Anyconnect
Step-by-step installation instructions are available in the IT@UC Knowledge Base article UC VPN Installation and Use Instructions.
Cisco Anyconnect Openvpn Config
If you are experiencing issues with AnyConnect, please refer to our Troubleshooting guide for UC VPN KB article, or contact our Service Desk.