The purpose of the VPN is to provide a secure & encrypted method for transferring data. As a convenience to faculty, staff, and students many network resources can be accessed off-campus with use of the VPN. This includes file servers, internal websites, and workstations.
VPN Access: Access to the VPN is assigned to those who require it for a university business or academic function. To request access, submit an
Access Request in the IT Service Portal. Include a short description of the academic or business reason you are requesting VPN access.
Step-by-Step Guide
How to Set Up Cisco AnyConnect VPN for iOS
- On your iOS device, open the App Store and search for the "Cisco AnyConnect" app.
- Select Get to install the free app on your device.
- Once the app is installed, open it and select Add VPN Connection...
- In the Server box, type vpn.missouristate.edu and then click Save.
- Select Allow to allow the AnyConnect app to setup VPN configurations on your device.
- Enter any required security information to confirm (FaceID, TouchID, passcode, etc.)
- The new VPN will show as enabled. Select the toggle next to AnyConnect VPN to log in and connect to the Missouri State VPN.
- You will be directed to a Missouri State sign-in page. You will sign in with your Microsoft 365 Login which contains one of the three options below.
- MissouriStateAccountID@missouristate.edu
- MissouriStateAccountID@live.missouristate.edu
- MissouriStateAccountID@login.missouristate.edu
- You will be directed to a page to enter the password for your account. Then click Sign in.
- Follow prompts for mult-factor authentication.
- If you are unable to authenticate with your preferred option, you will be able to choose another authentication method from your selected options. Simply select Sign in another way to use a different method.
- Choose one of the available options to approve your sign-on attempt.
- Once you are authenticated, you will see a green success checkmark pop up and the AnyConnect app will show that you are connected to the VPN.
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