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Cisco Secure Client-AnyConnect on Windows Pc

Developed By: Cisco Systems, Inc.

License: Free

Rating: 4,0/5 - 14.313 votes

Last Updated: April 16, 2024

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Compatible with Windows 10/11 PC & Laptop

App Details

Version 5.1.5.56
Size 53.5 MB
Release Date September 10, 24
Category Business Apps

App Permissions:
Allows applications to open network sockets. [see more (14)]

What's New:
Cisco Secure Client 5.0 (formerly AnyConnect)Please see release notes on cisco.com [see more]

Description from Developer:
Formerly AnyConnect

COMPATIBLE DEVICES:
Android 4.X+

KNOWN ISSUES:
- Some freezes are known to occur on the Diagnostics screen
- Split DNS is not available on Android 7.x/8.x (OS... [read more]

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About this app

On this page you can download Cisco Secure Client-AnyConnect and install on Windows PC. Cisco Secure Client-AnyConnect is free Business app, developed by Cisco Systems, Inc.. Latest version of Cisco Secure Client-AnyConnect is 5.1.5.56, was released on 2024-09-10 (updated on 2024-04-16). Estimated number of the downloads is more than 5,000,000. Overall rating of Cisco Secure Client-AnyConnect is 4,0. Generally most of the top apps on Android Store have rating of 4+. This app had been rated by 14,313 users, 2,600 users had rated it 5*, 8,976 users had rated it 1*.

How to install Cisco Secure Client-AnyConnect on Windows?

Instruction on how to install Cisco Secure Client-AnyConnect on Windows 10 Windows 11 PC & Laptop

In this post, I am going to show you how to install Cisco Secure Client-AnyConnect on Windows PC by using Android App Player such as BlueStacks, LDPlayer, Nox, KOPlayer, ...

Before you start, you will need to download the APK/XAPK installer file, you can find download button on top of this page. Save it to easy-to-find location.

[Note] You can also download older versions of this app on bottom of this page.

Below you will find a detailed step-by-step guide, but I want to give you a fast overview of how it works. All you need is an emulator that will emulate an Android device on your Windows PC and then you can install applications and use it - you see you're playing it on Android, but this runs not on a smartphone or tablet, it runs on a PC.

If this doesn't work on your PC, or you cannot install, comment here and we will help you!

Step By Step Guide To Install Cisco Secure Client-AnyConnect using BlueStacks

  1. Download and Install BlueStacks at: https://www.bluestacks.com. The installation procedure is quite simple. After successful installation, open the Bluestacks emulator. It may take some time to load the Bluestacks app initially. Once it is opened, you should be able to see the Home screen of Bluestacks.
  2. Open the APK/XAPK file: Double-click the APK/XAPK file to launch BlueStacks and install the application. If your APK/XAPK file doesn't automatically open BlueStacks, right-click on it and select Open with... Browse to the BlueStacks. You can also drag-and-drop the APK/XAPK file onto the BlueStacks home screen
  3. Once installed, click "Cisco Secure Client-AnyConnect" icon on the home screen to start using, it'll work like a charm :D

[Note 1] For better performance and compatibility, choose BlueStacks 5 Nougat 64-bit read more

[Note 2] about Bluetooth: At the moment, support for Bluetooth is not available on BlueStacks. Hence, apps that require control of Bluetooth may not work on BlueStacks.

How to install Cisco Secure Client-AnyConnect on Windows PC using NoxPlayer

  1. Download & Install NoxPlayer at: https://www.bignox.com. The installation is easy to carry out.
  2. Drag the APK/XAPK file to the NoxPlayer interface and drop it to install
  3. The installation process will take place quickly. After successful installation, you can find "Cisco Secure Client-AnyConnect" on the home screen of NoxPlayer, just click to open it.

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Formerly AnyConnect

COMPATIBLE DEVICES:
Android 4.X+

KNOWN ISSUES:
- Some freezes are known to occur on the Diagnostics screen
- Split DNS is not available on Android 7.x/8.x (OS limitation)

LIMITATIONS:
The following features are not supported using this package:
- Filter Support
- Trusted Network Detection
- Split Exclude
- Local LAN Exception
- Secure Gateway Web Portal (inaccessible when tunneled)

APPLICATION DESCRIPTION:
Cisco Secure Client provides reliable and easy-to-deploy encrypted network connectivity from devices by delivering persistent corporate access for users on the go. Whether providing access to business email, a virtual desktop session, or most other Android applications, Cisco Secure Client enables business-critical application connectivity.

The Cisco Umbrella module for Cisco Secure Client on Android provides DNS-layer protection for Android v6.0.1 and later and can be enabled with or without a Cisco Secure Client license

LICENSING AND INFRASTRUCTURE REQUIREMENTS:

This software is licensed for exclusive use by Cisco headend customers with active Plus, Apex or VPN Only licenses (term or perpetual with active SASU contracts). Use is no longer permitted with Essentials/Premium with Mobile license. Cisco Secure Client use with non-Cisco equipment/software is prohibited.
http://www.cisco.com/c/dam/en/us/products/security/anyconnect-og.pdf

Trial Cisco Secure Client Apex (ASA) licenses are available for administrators at www.cisco.com/go/license
Cisco Secure Client for Android requires Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA) Boot image 8.0(4) or later. For licensing questions and evaluation licenses, please contact ac-temp-license-request (AT) cisco.com and include a copy of "show version" from your Cisco ASA. 

Umbrella licenses are required for the Umbrella module on Cisco Secure Client. Click the link below for more information on Umbrella licensing:
https://learn-umbrella.cisco.com/datasheets/cisco-umbrella-package-comparison-2

FEATURES:
- Automatically adapts its VPN tunneling to the most efficient method based on network constraints, using TLS and DTLS
- DTLS provides an optimized network connection
- IPsec/IKEv2 also available
- Network roaming capability allows connectivity to resume seamlessly after IP address change, loss of connectivity, or device standby
- Wide range of authentication options
- Supports certificate deployment using Cisco Secure Client integrated SCEP and the certificate import URI handler
- Policies can be configured locally, and automatically updated from the security gateway
- Access to internal IPv4/IPv6 network resources
- Administratively controlled tunnel policy
- Localizes according to the device's language and region settings
- DNS security with Umbrella module

SUPPORT:
If you are an end-user and have any issues or concerns, please contact your organization’s support department. If you are a System Administrator having difficulties configuring or utilizing the Application, please contact your designated support point of contact.

FEEDBACK:
You can provide us with feedback by sending us a log bundle by navigating to "Menu > Diagnostics > Send Logs" and choose "Feedback to Cisco" with a description of the issue. Please read the Known Issues section prior to sending feedback.

You can reach us at ac-mobile-feedback@cisco.com.

DOCUMENTATION:

Release Notes: 
https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/support/security/anyconnect-secure-mobility-client/products-release-notes-list.html

ACCESS CISCO SECURE CLIENT BETA VERSIONS:
https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.cisco.anyconnect.vpn.android.avf

Report issues to ac-mobile-feedback@cisco.com. No TAC support for beta versions.
Cisco Secure Client 5.0 (formerly AnyConnect)
Please see release notes on cisco.com
Allows applications to open network sockets.
Allows an application to read the low-level system log files.
Allows an application to broadcast sticky intents.
Allows an application to receive the ACTION_BOOT_COMPLETED that is broadcast after the system finishes booting.
Allows applications to access information about networks.
Allows read only access to phone state, including the phone number of the device, current cellular network information, the status of any ongoing calls, and a list of any PhoneAccounts registered on the device.
Allows applications to access information about Wi-Fi networks.
Allows an application to read from external storage.
Allows an app to use fingerprint hardware.
Required to be able to access the camera device.
Allows applications to change network connectivity state.
Allows using PowerManager WakeLocks to keep processor from sleeping or screen from dimming.
Allows an application to read or write the system settings.
Allows applications to perform I/O operations over NFC.