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How do I install and connect to VPN?
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How do I install and connect to VPN?

VPN (virtual private network) can be used to access internal resources from off-campus. To use the Cisco Anyconnect VPN client, you must first install it. Instructions to do so can be found below, and more information and related services can be found on our VPN service catalog page.

If you need further assistance please contact the CIS Help Desk at (909) 607-7777 or send an email to helpdesk@hmc.edu.

How do I install the Cisco Anyconnect VPN client?

How do I connect to VPN once I have the client installed?

Android & iOS

How do I install the Cisco Anyconnect VPN client?

  1. Point any browser (Firefox, Internet Explorer, etc.) to https://vpn.claremont.edu in the address bar. 
  2. You will be directed to a login screen. Under “Group”, select HMC from the drop down menu. Enter your user ID and HMC Credentials password. Click “Login” on this screen and then click “Continue” on the next page confirming your encrypted path

  1. You will be directed to a “Download & Install” page, which will detect your operating system and CPU and provide you with the correct installer for your OS.
  2. Download and run the installer.
  3. If you are unable to download the installer using these instructions, please contact helpdesk@hmc.edu and we will share the installer with you.

How do I connect to VPN once I have the client installed?

  1. Locate the Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client and double click to start it.
  1. On Windows, you will find it in the start menu.
  2. On Mac, you will find it in your Applications folder.

  1. Enter the address “vpn.claremont.edu” and click “Connect”.

  1. When prompted, select “HMC” from the “Group” option, enter your user ID and HMC credentials password, and click “OK”.

  1. If successful, you will see the following screen. Click “Accept”.

  1. Please remember to disconnect when you are no longer utilizing VPN. You can do this by accessing the Cisco AnyConnect app again and clicking “Disconnect”.

Android & iOS

  1. Install the Cisco AnyConnect Application (Android, iOS)
  2. Open the App.
  3. Tap on “Connections”, then “Add VPN Connection…”
  4. Set the “Server Address” to vpn.claremont.edu.
  5. Tap “Done”, and go back one menu.
  6. Tap the toggle switch next to “AnyConnect VPN”.
  7. Select “HMC” as your group.
  8. Enter your HMC Credentials into the username and password fields.
  9. Tap “Connect”.

Last Updated: Sept. 4th, 2018