How to Set Up & Use Missouri State's VPN on a Tablet or Mobile Device

Summary

Guide to connecting to a Missouri State network resource from off campus using a Chromebook, Android or iOS device.

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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 Guides

How to Install the Cisco AnyConnect Client on Chromebook or Android Device

Before you can utilize the Cisco AnyConnect VPN on your Chromebook or Android Device you must first install the Cisco AnyConnect VPN client.

Locate and open "Play Store" on your Chromebook or Android Device
Search for Cisco AnyConnect using the search box and click or tap the "Install" button
Once installed on your Chromebook or Android Device the Cisco AnyConnect icon will appear on your application screen

How to Configure the Cisco AnyConnect Client on Chromebook or Android Device

Once installed to your Chromebook or Android Device you must then configure the VPN client to connect to the MSU VPN network.

Launch the Cisco AnyConnect client to begin setup.
Click on or tap Connections.
Click or tap on Add New VPN Connection to configure your device to MSU VPN service.
Enter the following VPN connection information:
1. Description: MSU VPN
2. Server Address: VPN.Missouristate.edu
Once you have entered the "Description" and "Server Address" click or tap the Done.
Click or tap the back button to return to the main screen.

How to Establish a VPN Connection on Your Chromebook or Android Device

Now that you have installed and configured your Cisco AnyConnect VPN client to your Chromebook or Android Device you should be ready to login and utilize your VPN connection.

From the main screen of the Cisco AnyConnect app click or tap the toggle next to "AnyConnect VPN"
This will prompt you to enter Missouri State login information (The format for your login information is listed on the screen).
Follow through with the Missouri State University Multi-Factor Authentication prompts.
Once successful connection is established the Cisco Anyconnect window will now display a Connected.
You should now have a valid VPN connection and have access to the necessary Missouri State networks and services (e.g., Banner).
To disconnect from the VPN simply click or tap the toggle next to "AnyConnect VPN".

How to Set Up Cisco Anyconnect VPN on your iOS Device

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.
1. MissouriStateAccountID@missouristate.edu
2. MissouriStateAccountID@live.missouristate.edu
3. 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.