Port Forwarding

[ontariolta]

I am still unable to connect using VPN.

I looked at my router (D-Link WBR 2310) and noticed that for the port mapping there is a drop down box for applications. Choices are: FTP, HTTP, HTTPS, DNS, SMTP, POP3, Telenet, IPSec, PPTP, Netmeeting, DCS-1000, DCS-2000/DCS-5300, i2eye.

Perhaps this is why VPN isn't working as I had not set an application. Which should I use?

[bigfoot65]

I have the exact same router and have no issues. I created my entry as VPN, UDP, 1194 and checked the box to implement it. Saved the settings and it works fine.

Not sure why you are having problems, but ensure you are using the Port Forward and not Virtual Servers area. Also, do you have a firewall implemented? That could block the port.

[ontariolta]

I don't see VPN as an option for the application name. Perhaps this is the problem? But if you have the same router, I am again puzzled.

[radioz]

I think you need to create your own port-forwading rule.

I looked at your router manual at http://www.netwood.net/support/manuals/ ... ual_10.pdf.

It seems like you need to go to the Configuration/Port Forwarding section (p30?)

Create a rule called 'vpn'.
Select the IP address of your hda.
Set both start and end address to 1194.
Select UDP.

Save this configuration and then go select this rule (I can't find how to do that from a quick read of the manual. I think you can figure this out).

[bigfoot65]

That is correct, you have to create your own. Just enter VPN in the description box and don't worry about using the preloaded applications.

[ontariolta]

I have setup my router and still have no joy.

My ISP is Bell Canada. Their rep called me to today so I asked about access to a server in the office from home. He said that I need to get a static IP address.

When I do this, what do I need to change in openVPN?

[ontariolta]

I am back and trying to still to get this working.

I do have port forwarding set correctly.

I noticed firewall settings on my router. There is a section called VPN passthrough. All boxes are checked - must be the default because I don't know anything about them. Is this correct?