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VPN: Log into the Cisco AnyConnect Client

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2.0 - Updated on 04/23/24 by Gangloff, Christine

1.0 - Authored on 02/10/18 by Gangloff, Christine

After installing the Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client, locate the program and double-click the icon to launch it. 

Click "Connect" and you will be prompted to log in.


The VPN login prompt now contains a new Second Password / Duo Authentication field which is used to support additional security (Two-Factor Authentication).



Most users are currently not enrolled in Duo Two-Factor Authentication and will simply need to enter their Rowan network username and password, type the word bypass into the Second Password / Duo Authentication field and click OK in order to login to the VPN service.

NOTE: The second password field used for Duo Authentication cannot be left blank


If you are enrolled in Duo, you will need to enter one of the following options: