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Problem getting VPN enabled and tested
Hi, The network configuration we have in our home is: - Verizon Fios Modem/router - Orbi mesh is connected to one of the LAN-side ports of the Fios modem - The LAN side network of the Fios is ...
ohaya100 wrote:
- The LAN side network of the Fios is 192.168.1.x.
- The LAN/WIFI side of the Orbi mesh is 10.0.0.x
- IP WAN side IP of the Orbi node that is connected to the Fios modem has IP address 192.168.1.152
FURRYe38 is correct. The FIOS box is a router which is shielding the public IP address from the Orbi router.
Search for "Double NAT" to understand the specific applications which cannot function when there are two routers. These include port forwarding, certain types of internet gaming, and..... Opening a VPN connection from the internet to reach the local LAN from the internet.
I have no personal experience with FIOS and thus am not certain which technique (pass through, DMZ) works best.
Another alternative might be some sort of Remote Desktop software on one of the PCs that will allow you to open up a connection from the internet directly to the PC. (and from there, to access the rest of the LAN).
Good that you got started on this early.