Location for VPN source content: \\helix\Programs\Cisco Remote Install for End Users
- Make sure user has a college account and is a member of SEC_GEN_ActiveStaff or SEC_GEN_Affiliate.
- Follow instructions listed here or in the folder.
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NWFSC VPN Installation Instructions
Cisco Secure Client (AnyConnect)
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IMPORTANT – READ FIRST:
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This installation requires **local administrator rights** on your computer.
If you are **not allowed to install software** or run files as an administrator:
→ Please contact your organization's IT department
→ Provide them with this installation package
→ Ask them to install the NWFSC VPN for you
If you DO have administrator rights, continue with the steps below.
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*****Note: If you already have the Cisco Secure Client installed with VPN module, this script will skip the install and only set up the
VPN profile.
What's in This Folder:
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1. cisco-secure-client-win-5.1.10.233-core-vpn-predeploy-k9.msi
- This is the VPN installer.
2. NWFSC-DefaultPolicy.xml
- This tells the VPN app how to connect to NWFSC automatically.
3. install-nwfsc-vpn.bat
- This script installs everything for you.
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How to Install the VPN on Your Computer
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STEP 1: Extract the Files
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- Right-click the ZIP folder you downloaded
- Select "Extract All" or "Extract Files" and choose a folder you can access easily (like your Downloads)
STEP 2: Run the Installer
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1. Open the extracted folder
2. Right-click the file named:
CiscoVPNInstall.bat
3. Select:
Run as administrator
4. If prompted:
Click "Yes" to allow changes
What this does:
- Installs the VPN software
- Copies the VPN configuration profile
- Opens the VPN application
STEP 3: Connect to the VPN
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1. Open the Cisco Secure Client if it didn’t open automatically:
- Click the Start Menu and search for:
Cisco Secure Client
2. In the app:
- The connection name should say:
NWFSC Meraki
- Click the "Connect" button
3. Enter your college account username and password
- If you're not sure what this is, contact IT
4. Once connected, you will have secure access to NWFSC resources
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Troubleshooting Tips
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I don't see "NWFSC Meraki" in the Cisco app:
- Input the hostname nwfsc-appliance-chghnjcww.dynamic-m.com
It says “Untrusted server” when I try to connect:
- Open the Cisco Secure Client App
- Click the settings gear Icon
- Select AnyConnect VPN and uncheck the box "Block connections to untrusted servers
I'm not sure of my VPN username/password:
- Contact the NWFSC IT Help Desk (info below)
Any other issues:
- Look at information below
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Need Help?
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NWFSC IT Help Desk:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (850) 729-5396
Hours: Monday–Thursday, 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM CST
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