Setting up a VPN Connection (VPN AnyConnect) with Android
Requirements:
- You have installed an up-to-date version of Android.
- You have set your network access password in the IT Portal.
- You registered an one-time passwort generator. OTP
Installation of the VPN Client
1. Download of the AnyConnect App
Download the Cisco AnyConnect VPN Client. Alternatively, you can find the app in the Play Store. You may find an app there that is customized for your device.
2. Installing the AnyConnect App
Install the AnyConnect App by tapping "Install".
Establishing the VPN Connection
1. Starting the AnyConnect App
Start the AnyConnect App directly in the Play Store or by tapping on the corresponding app symbol.
2. Accepting the License Agreement
Accept the License Agreement by tapping "OK".
3. data privacy protection
Close the notice about sharing information of your usage with Cisco by choosing "OK".
4. data privacy protection
In the following screen select "Deny" to prohibit your device's data being shared with Cisco. It is not required for the app to work.
5. Adding the VPN Connection
Add the VPN connection by choosing "Connections" first.
6. Adding the VPN Connection
Now add the VPN connection by opening the Connection Editor via "Add new VPN Connection".
7. Connection Editor
Choose a description for the network (e.g. university VPN) and enter vpn.uni-muenster.de as the server address. Tap on "Done" afterwards.
Starting & Ending the VPN-Connection
1. Turning on the VPN Connection
Open the app. Move the switch to "On" afterwards. Alternatively, you may also choose the VPN connection you set up.
2. Entering your user data
Enter your user ID and your password for network access and the OTP (second password) and confirm your entry by tapping "OK". (Note: The network access password is not your normal university password. You can set it in the IT Portal.)
3. Trusting the Application
Confirm the connection request by pressing "OK".
4. Established Connection
The connection is established now. There is also an entry within your notifications.
5. Disconnecting the VPN Connection
If the VPN Connection is not needed anymore, disconnect AnyConnect by opening the app again and switching the slide to "Off".