Dynamic IPSEC VPN Server

Dynamic IPSEC VPN Server

Dynamic Server


Alternative remote VPN; can be used by phones with remote VPN capabilities, remote desktop, etc..
The main use of dynamic vpn server is to create a Spoke and Hub Type 1 tunnel that allow users to remotely access their network and devices  through static/dynamic collaboration.
The main host site must have a Static IP address (Hub) and the rest of the sites that you want to access remotely  (Spokes) can use Dynamic IP address. To change/know what is your current IP type, click "here:<link to Interfaces KB>

Limitations: 
1) Requires 3rd party VPN only.
2) IKEv1 available so far.
3) Is not available with VMPLS active.






After clicking IPsec, you will then see the Dynamic VPN server tab.

Note: If you are trying to set Dynamic VPN server, make sure that the site/sites does not belong to any existing VMPLs group.
This feature tab will not show up on the dashboard if the site belongs to a VMPLs tier.



IPSEC Keys


This is where you will create the remote ID and Pre-Shared Key for the devices. 
Ex: If the phone is asking for a username and password for you to be able to access it remotely, this is the right tab to check.

Note: Always include this to your troubleshooting steps if there's an Error doing remote access to the devices. Always check the username and the password.

Tip: The Question Mark Icon ( ? ) is a very helpful guideline. Hover your mouse to it and see the description.










    • Related Articles

    • Using NCP for Dynamic IPSEC VPN connection

      get the Client, please download from: (https://www.ncp-e.com/en/service-resources/download-vpn-client/) Step 1: Create a Dynamic IPSEC Server. Visuals below can be used as guidelines for your initial attempt. Make sure that the IPSEC Server is ...

    • VPN

      A Virtual Private Network (VPN) extends a private network across a public network, such as the Internet. It enables a computer or network-enabled device to send and receive data across shared or public networks as if it was directly connected to the ...

    • IPSEC

      IPSEC VPN can be used to create a Tunnel between devices. IPSEC settings must match on both units. For units that do not match (i.e. SimpleWAN unit to Cisco or Sonicwall) the settings between each unit is even more crucial. You may need to Switch to ...

    • Shrew Soft VPN

      Step 1: Create a Dynamic IPSEC Server. Visuals below can be used as guidelines for your initial attempt. Make sure that the IPSEC Server is Enabled. Step 2: Create an IPSEC Key. At the bottom of the page, you will see the IPSEC Keys section. You will ...

    • VPN File Sharing

      Sharing Files over a VPN may not be straight forward depending on your network setup. The Problem Over a VPN, local LAN settings won't be visible on both connecting networks. Apple Bonjour and Windows Filesharing works on a local level. When it's not ...