Introduction to cisco-secure-client-win-arm64-5.0.00556-predeploy-k9.zip
The cisco-secure-client-win-arm64-5.0.00556-predeploy-k9.zip is Cisco’s official ARM64-optimized deployment package for Windows 11 devices, designed to enable large-scale VPN client installations in enterprise environments. This 85.8MB archive contains MSI installers and configuration templates for silent deployments of Secure Client 5.0.00556 on ARM64-based systems, specifically targeting Surface Pro X and Lenovo ThinkPad X13s devices.
Released in Q4 2023 as part of Cisco’s Secure Client 5.0 rollout, this package supports zero-trust access architectures while maintaining backward compatibility with ASA 5500-X and Firepower 4100/9300 firewalls. It replaces legacy AnyConnect 4.x ARM64 packages with improved memory management for 64-bit Windows on ARM (WoA) systems.
Key Features and Improvements
1. Native ARM64 Architecture Support
- 40% faster TLS handshake completion compared to x64 emulation
- Hardware-accelerated cryptography via Microsoft Pluton security processor
2. Enhanced Security Protocols
- Mandatory TLS 1.3 enforcement for all VPN connections
- Integrated Microsoft Defender Credential Guard compatibility
3. Deployment Optimization
- Preconfigured Intune/SCCM deployment scripts
- Automated driver signing for Windows 11 23H2+ systems
4. Resource Efficiency
- 35% reduced memory footprint compared to x64 emulation
- Native support for Windows Snapdragon Elite X chipsets
Compatibility and Requirements
Supported Platforms | Minimum OS Version | Management Systems |
---|---|---|
Windows 11 ARM64 | 22H2 (Build 22621) | Cisco ISE 3.2+ |
Windows Server 2025 | Insider Preview | Meraki Dashboard |
Critical Compatibility Notes:
- Incompatible with 32-bit ARM Windows builds
- Requires .NET 6.0 ARM64 runtime pre-installation
- Conflicts with Hyper-V isolated containers using legacy VPN drivers
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