Some USC online services require access through on-campus USC Secure Wireless or a wired network connection. USC offers Virtual Private Networking (VPN) to provide secure remote access to these services when you are off-campus. Use AnyConnect VPN if you are away from the USC campus and are unable to connect to services. Additionally, you must use AnyConnect VPN to access internal USC systems handling confidential or sensitive data, such as Student Information Systems (SIS), and file servers for specific schools and departments.
- Installing the VPN Client. Download the AnyConnect VPN client for macOS 11.0 - 10.15 (Big Sur to Catalina) or macOS 10.14 - 10.13 (Mojave to High Sierra). In your Downloads folder, double-click the file you just downloaded to open it. An icon will appear on the desktop called AnyConnect, and a separate window will open.
- A Cisco AnyConnecticon with a yellow, locked padlock will be visible in your system tray (in the lower-right corner of your desktop, next to the clock). This indicates that you are connected. If the icon appears without a padlock, this indicates you are no longer connected through VPN. Mac OS X: Open the Cisco AnyConnect VPN client.
Please be aware that you DO NOT need to use AnyConnect VPN when accessing Blackboard, Zoom, Workday, ServiceNow, Microsoft Office 365 or Google Apps at USC.
Examples of Applications that Require AnyConnect VPN
Installation Instructions for the Cisco AnyConnect VPN Client for Mac OSX. Visit Select the group 'Drexel VPN' (usually the default option). Enter your Drexel User-id and password. Note: For most users the Drexel User-id is your initials, followed by two to four numbers. Installing the VPN Client. Download the AnyConnect VPN client for Mac OS X: High Sierra / Mojave; Catalina; In your Downloads folder, double-click the file you just downloaded to open it. An icon will appear on the desktop called AnyConnect, and a separate window will open. Double-click on AnyConnect.mpkg to run the installer, then follow the. Click on the “Download Now” link for the “Cisco AnyConnect VPN Client Mac” and you will be prompted to log into the “NVPNSSO”. Click “Login.” 3. This will bring you to the NMU Login page where you sign in with your NMU credentials.
- Pitchbook – Marshall
- Business Intelligence – Kuali
- Remote Desktop Access
- MyAccess
- Student Information System (SIS)
- High-Performance Computing (HPC)
How Do I Connect to VPN?
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- Faculty/Non-IT Staff and Students: Use AnyConnect VPN using the following address: vpn.usc.edu. Duo Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) is required.
- IT Employees/SIS Users: Use AnyConnect VPN using the following address: connect.usc.edu. Duo 2FA is required.
NOTE: For detailed Cisco AnyConnect VPN client installation instructions for Mac and Windows and Frequently Asked Questions, refer to the resources listed in the right panel.
Existing VPN URLs
The following URLs are supported via AnyConnect VPN:
- connect.usc.edu
- sslvpn.usc.edu
- vpn.usc.edu
Where Do I Go for Help?
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If you need help setting up AnyConnect VPN, please contact the ITS Customer Support Center.
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If you have questions regarding confidential data protection, please email infosecgrm@usc.edu.