CISCO AnyConnect

CISCO AnyConnect is a client that allows users to connect to the BU Virtual Private Network (VPN). This software is essential to access several network-restricted resources when you are off campus.

Support Policy

MET IT is responsible for the following:

• Software installation assistance on BU-provisioned devices
• Software guidance and troubleshooting

Personal Installation

Faculty, staff and students may install the CISCO AnyConnect software on their personal hardware by following the instructions provided by BU IS&T. The software is available on:

• Mac OS X (10.12 and higher)
• Windows
• iOS Device (iPhone, iPad)
• Android Device (4.0 and above)

Connecting to VPN

Once the CISCO AnyConnect client is installed and configured, you may connect to the VPN in one of two ways:

Standard VPN

Open CISCO AnyConnect, enter vpn.bu.edu in the URL field, then click Connect.

Two-Factor Authentication VPN

Open CISCO AnyConnect, enter vpn.bu.edu/2FA in the URL field, then click Connect. When prompted, login with your BU credentials and follow the DUO Two-Step login process.