How do I install the Cisco AnyConnect VPN on my Windows Computer?

Employees will need to opt-in to utilize the campus VPN.  Any employee who has utilized the VPN in the last 180 days are automatically opted in and will not need to submit a request for continued VPN access.  To request access, please send an email to techsupport@eiu.edu 

Please follow these steps to setup AnyConnect VPN on a Windows Computer.

1. If you are on-campus using the WiFi please open a web browser and visit: https://oncampus.eiu.eduIf you are off-campus open a web browser and visit: https://perimeter.eiu.edu

2. Login with your EIU NetID and password.

3. Click on 'Download for Windows' and follow install instructions on the site.

4. Once installed if you are on-campus using the WiFi, enter: oncampus.eiu.edu and click 'Connect'If you are off-campus, enter perimeter.eiu.edu and click 'Connect'

5.  During the connection process you will be asked for: 

            Username: EIU NetID 

            Password: Your EIU NetID Password 

            Second Password: Use One of the MFA Options Below 

 Select one of the Duo MFA options: 

• Type the word “push” (no quotes) within the Second Password field for the Duo MFA Push (please note, you must have the Duo App installed)
• YubiKey: Tap the YubiKey gold connector within the Second Password field for the Duo MFA