I need to install a 32 bit Cisco VPN client application in a 64 bit Windows 7 environment. Trouble is, Cisco has no intention of coming up with a 64 bit version......they have a new 64 bit one they are pushing. (Anyconnect VPN). Any way round this ?

right now the only real solution is to install XP mode and run Cisco VPN insidethat.Barb Bowman www.digitalmediaphile.com

Thanks Barb... I presume you mean the virtual XP that's available as a download from Microsoft if you have Windows 7 pro or ultimate installed ? Ooops, I only have home premium..well an upgrade's only 130 bucks !I suppose I could set up a dual boot system, but that's just too fraught.Ann

yes... download the vpn client from shrewsoft.... here is a link... works beautifully with cisco stuff... I use it myself . here is the link: http://www.shrew.net/download/vpn The client is completely free.

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the shrews client isn't compatible with all Cisco VPN concentrators/endpoints. Barb Bowman www.digitalmediaphile.com

there is a third party client that works for some, but not all people .. ...www.shrew.com. I found it very flaky with random blue screens. your luck may bebetter.Barb Bowman www.digitalmediaphile.com

Hi, Since this issue is related to CISCO VPN client and we have limited information about it, it is recommended that you contact CISCO for technical support. As they are familiar with their products, maybe they can give you some constructive suggestions on this. Note: Microsoft provides third-party contact information to help you find technical support. This contact information may change without notice. Microsoft does not guarantee the accuracy of this third-party contact information. Hope this issue will be resolved soon. Thanks. Nicholas Li - MSFT

wont know unless you try it... what would it hurt... btw... i have never had a bsod with this... in fact, I dont have any bsod. make sure you are not using the network drivers from windows update. Those are not a good fit.

Thanx DrX69, thanx Barb, thanx Nicholas. Unfortunately the outfit i'm working with is very particular obout the VPN app. A licensing thing, I think. I've got to use the Cisco 5.0.....etc client. Cisco of course says "ts, use Anyconnect". nary a bsod ?? ....tempting !

if you must use cisco.. there is a patch you have to install first in order to work... uninstall the vpn client... and reboot... google dneupdate.msi and install that... reboot... then reinstall the cisco and it will stop the bsod