The Lazy Networker

here’s a step-by-step guide on how to set up AnyConnect VPN in Cisco Firepower Threat Defense (FTD):

Prerequisites

1. Ensure you have a valid AnyConnect license for your FTD device.
2. Familiarize yourself with the FTD device model and its maximum concurrent remote access VPN sessions (refer to the “Device Model” table in the search results).

Step 1: Configure Remote Access VPN Policy

1. Log in to the Firepower Management Center (FMC) web interface.
2. Navigate to Objects > VPN > Remote Access VPN Policy.
3. Create a new policy or edit an existing one.
4. Configure the policy settings, such as:
   • VPN protocol (SSL or IPsec-IKEv2)
   • Authentication method (e.g., client certificate, username/password)
   • Authorization and accounting settings
   • URL Aliases (if required)

Step 2: Configure Client Profiles

1. Navigate to Objects > VPN > Client Profiles.
2. Create a new profile or edit an existing one.
3. Configure the profile settings, such as:
   • AnyConnect module (e.g., AMP Enabler, ISE Posture)
   • Profile type (e.g., XML, ASP)
   • File extension (refer to the “Table 8. Supported File Extensions of Profiles” in the search results)

Step 3: Upload AnyConnect Images

1. Navigate to Objects > VPN > AnyConnect Images.
2. Upload the required AnyConnect images (based on the operating system requirements).
3. Select the desired image for each operating system (e.g., Windows, macOS, iOS, Android).

Step 4: Configure Remote Access VPN Connection

1. Navigate to Devices > Remote Access.
2. Select the FTD device and click Edit.
3. Configure the remote access VPN connection settings, such as:
   • VPN protocol
   • Authentication method
   • Authorization and accounting settings
   • Split tunneling (if required)

Step 5: Save and Deploy Policy

1. Save the remote access VPN policy.
2. Deploy the policy to the FTD device.

Step 6: Verify AnyConnect Client Installation

1. Ensure that the AnyConnect client is installed on the remote user’s device.
2. Verify that the client is configured to connect to the FTD device using the correct VPN protocol and settings.

Additional Considerations

• Ensure that the FTD device is configured to allow remote access VPN connections.
• Verify that the FTD device has sufficient resources (e.g., CPU, memory) to handle the maximum concurrent remote access VPN sessions.
• Consider configuring NAT exemption and hairpinning (if required) to allow AnyConnect clients to access internal resources.

By following these steps and considering the additional considerations, you should be able to successfully set up AnyConnect VPN in your Cisco FTD device.