VPN - Installation of the Cisco Secure Client
To establish a VPN connection to the University Network, please install the Cisco Secure Client by visting https://vpngate.uni-koeln.de and following the directions.
Please note: We have reports of occasional problems downloading the installer when using Microsoft Edge as your browser. If the download fails with Edge, please try another browser instead, such as Firefox or Chrome.
Please note: If you are using Firefox and receive an empty white page after initial authentication: Please deactivate "Delete cookies and site data when Firefox is closed" (Privacy&Security preferences) or add an exception for vpngate.uni-koeln.de. This change can be reverted after successful installation of the AnyConnect client.
Installation of the Cisco Secure Client
- Click on the link above (https://vpngate.uni-koeln.de) and enter your username and password.
- Click the download button to download the setup file.
- Run the installation, accept the license agreement, and install the Cisco Secure Client.
Configuration & use of the Cisco Secure Client
- Open the Cisco Secure Client after installation. Enter vpngate.uni-koeln.de as the target address.
- Enter the user name and password in the next field. If required, you can select the tunnel type. You can find information on this here.
Contact
If you have any questions or problems, please contact the RRZK-Helpdesk