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how to install openvpn to run from a router
I am trying to set up a openVPN to run directly from my router, so I can use a single device login, and then connect multiple phones etcs to use that VPN. Any help appreciated thanks
Hi Ranchor2,
The OpenVPN will not work if the R7000 is connected to another router. The R7000 should have a public IP on order for the OpenVPN to work.
The VPN service is not something you install on the router. It is a feature you enable. On my R7000 you have to log on to the router via browser and the Netgear Genie. Under the advanced TAB then Advanced Setup then the VPN service section enable the VPN service with a check mark in the box at the top of the window. I don't use mine for phone service so you will need that information from elsewhere.
thanks for your reply.
but, i have used asus router, to do just that. i was able to enter my openvpn settings right into the router admin panel.
and every device connected to my router, was able to use my vpn settings. so i didnt need to install separate apps on each device to connect to the vpn.
Hi rst303,
Here is how the OpenVPN of NETGEAR works. Each device needs to have a software and a certificate generated from the router in order for the VPN to work.
- Stock Netgear firmware includes VPN server functionality. You want your router to act as a VPN client. You will have to install 3rd-party firmware to do this. You don't mention what router you have but if you have the R7000 I would highly recommend Xwrt-Vortex which is Asuswrt-Merlin firmware modified to run on the R7000. Depending on your router model, other options could include DD-WRT and Tomato. Any of these will allow you to do what you are asking and much more.
Netgear Genie Web Interface Device Configuration
