• Using the Casual Plan System from non-Deakin networks. For the best experience, we recommend using the Casual Plan System while connected to the Deakin network. Of course, this is not always feasible. If you must submit or approve casual plans remotely, connect your computer to the Cisco AnyConnect (VPN) before you open the Staff Data Portal.
• The Server you are attempting to access can only be accessed from inside the Deakin network. If you are off-campus and require access to this server, please connect to the VPN to continue. To setup a VPN connection, refer to one of the following instructions: Establishing a secure (VPN) connection to Deakin using Cisco AnyConnect (Windows).
• Cisco AnyConnect (VPN) – Start Before Logon (SBL) As of July 2020, Start Before Logon (SBL) support has been added to Cisco AnyConnect VPN. This service will allow users to log into Deakin computers, where they have not logged in before, while the computer is off campus (i.e, New computers and computers that have been re-imaged recently).

Cisco AnyConnect is automatically installed on all managed staff laptops.

Cisco Anyconnect Log In

Using Cisco AnyConnect Note: If you are a Deakin staff member, both VPN services require you to use Multi Factor Authentication (MFA). If you are a student, this will not affect you. Tap the on/off tab next to AnyConnect VPN, to turn the VPN on. Cisco AnyConnect (VPN) – Start Before Logon (SBL) As of July 2020, Start Before Logon (SBL) support has been added to Cisco AnyConnect VPN. This service will allow users to log into Deakin computers, where they have not logged in before, while the computer is off campus.

Cisco AnyConnect is Deakin’s secure VPN service. The AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client is pre-configured with Deakin’s connection profiles and is required for students and staff on personal or University-owned un-managed devices in order to establish a secure VPN connection to Deakin University.

New in the April 2019 update is the option to encrypt your internet traffic on an untrusted network, such as public Wi-Fi hot-spot, which sends it through Deakin’s connection to the internet rather than the hot-spot. Or use the unencrypted option to use your own home internet access while accessing Deakin services and resources.

Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client

Download for Windows

Installing the VPN Client

1. Download the AnyConnect VPN client for Windows. Note: If you're using Microsoft Edge, the program will download as a 'sys_attachment.do' file. You will need to rename the file to 'sys_attachment.msi'
   • If you have the Windows Surface Pro X tablet with an ARM-based processor, you should download the AnyConnect VPN client for ARM64.
2. Click Run on the Open File – Security Warning dialog box.
3. Click Next in the Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client Setup dialog box, then follow the steps to complete the installation. NOTE: We recommend you un-check everything (Web Security, Umbrella, etc) except for the VPN and the Diagnostic and Reporting Tool (DART). This will give you a minimal install. The other features are not supported so there's no need to install them.

Starting the VPN Client

Cisco Anyconnect Vpn Software Download

1. Go to Start->Programs->Cisco->Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client to launch the program.
2. Enter vpn.uci.edu in the Ready toConnect to field, then press the Connect button.
3. Select your desired connection profile from the Group drop-down menu:
   • UCIFULL – Route all traffic through the UCI VPN.
     • IMPORTANT: Use UCIFULL when accessing Library resources.
   • UCI – Route only campus traffic through the UCI VPN. All other traffic goes through your normal Internet provider.
4. Enter your UCInetID and password, then click OK.
5. A banner window will appear. Click Accept to close that window. You are now connected!

Disconnecting the VPN Client

When you are finished using the VPN, remember to disconnect.

1. Right-click the AnyConnect client icon located in the system tray near the bottom right corner of your screen.
2. Select Quit.