How to Manually Uninstall Cisco AnyConnect VPN Client on Mac OS X

Uninstalling the Cisco AnyConnect VPN client from a Mac OS X system can be a bit of a challenge, but it's doable with some effort. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you manually uninstall the application.

Step 1: Locate the Application

First, open the Applications folder in Finder and look for the Cisco AnyConnect icon. If you're unable to find it, try searching for it using Spotlight or navigating to the /Applications/ directory.

Step 2: Uninstall Using the Terminal

If you're not comfortable using the graphical interface, you can use the terminal to uninstall the application. Open a terminal window and navigate to the /opt/cisco/anyconnect/bin/ directory by running the following command:

```

cd /opt/cisco/anyconnect/bin/

```

Then, run the following command to initiate the uninstall process:

```

sudo ./vpnuninstall

```

Step 3: Delete Configuration Files

After uninstalling the application, you may need to delete some configuration files to ensure a clean removal. You can do this by searching for the Cisco AnyConnect profile file and deleting it.

To locate the file, open Finder and navigate to the Library folder within your home directory (~/Library/). Look for the com.cisco.anyconnect.plist file and delete it.

Step 4: Check for Remaining Configuration Files

If you're still experiencing issues after uninstalling the application, try searching for remaining configuration files. You can do this by running the following command in terminal:

```

find / -name 'anyconnect*' | grep -i anyconnect

```

This will search for all files containing the string 'anyconnect' and list them.

Step 5: Restart Your Mac

Finally, restart your Mac to ensure that all changes take effect.

By following these steps, you should be able to manually uninstall the Cisco AnyConnect VPN client from your Mac OS X system. If you encounter any issues during the process, feel free to reach out for further assistance.

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