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BR500 VPN to FVS318 site to site vpn
We just purchased a BR500 router and are trying to connect it to a FVS318. We have not been able to get the vpn connected. we are using firmware version 5.7.04 on the BR500. All of the authenticatio...
Thanks. I am trying to use the IPSec part. I am having a ton of problems with it. it passes the first phase but not the second.
I ran IPSec between two FVS336 units for many years, until NETGEAR decided to no longer support them.
I have a FVS318, but never ended up using it. I do believe the internal setup screens are similar to the FVS336
It looks like the BR500 only supports Pre-shared key and Tunnel. I would select those on the FVS318. If you are getting through Phase 1, then the PSK is working. Phase 2 sets up the tunnel.
I had the FVS336 set to "both directions" on Direction/Type. It looks like the BR500 wants this to be specific. And they need to be set opposite at each end. And make sure that both ends use "Main Mode" as it is more secure.
And make sure the PFS is on at both ends and selected the same.
Thanks. I will look at those items. I have had all FVS318's, SRX5803's etc and have had no problems with them. The BR500 is nice; however getting this VPN working has been a pain.
Look around, there are other cases of people having issues with IPSec VPN even BR500 to BR500.
I discovered that the Client to LAN VPN in the BR500 was not programmed, even though the manual and the help sections cover the feature.
Yes I have been noticing those issues as well. I may have to send it back and get something different. I will try it again this week and let you know what I find out.
thanks for your help!
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