Cisco AnyConnect VPN Client: Installing/Connecting to the MSU VPN on Android devices

1. Download the Cisco Secure Client-AnyConnect from the Play Store by clicking Install. Click Open.

2. Open the app by clicking AnyConnect. 

3. Tap Connections, then tap the " + " under Add a Connection....

4. Type in a Description (this can be anything, but we normally use "MSU"). For the Server Address, type in vpn.msstate.edu. Tap Done.

Connecting to the MSU VPN

1. Open the AnyConnect app and tap the AnyConnect VPN toggle to the right to bring up the log in window.

2. Enter the following, then tap Connect:

Group – Choose the appropriate group for your access (Employee, Student, Department, Vender, etc.)

Username: Enter your NetID

Password: Enter your NetPassword

Duo Password: There are two options for this.

Option 1: Enter a Duo passcode and tap Next.

Option 2: Enter the word push and tap Connect. Approve the Duo prompt from your Duo Mobile app.

3. You are now connected to the MSU VPN. Use your device as needed once connected. Remember to come back to the Cisco AnyConnect app and tap the toggle to the left to disconnect when done.