ASUS Router Not Responding to DNS Queries during Zero-Tier VPN Installation

ASUS Router Not Responding to DNS Queries: Zero Tier VPN Installation Guide

In this article, we will cover the installation of a Zero Tier VPN on an ASUS router, which does not have a public IP. The router has Zero Tier installed and joined the network with an IP address of 192.168.195.208. We will walk you through the process step-by-step, including key concepts and subtitles.

What is a Zero Tier VPN?

Zero Tier is a software-defined network that creates a global private network. It allows devices to connect directly, regardless of their location, creating a peer-to-peer network. Zero Tier is easy to set up, secure, and scalable, making it an ideal solution for remote workers and small businesses.

Installing Zero Tier on an ASUS Router

To install Zero Tier on an ASUS router, follow these steps:

1. Log in to your ASUS router's web interface.
2. Navigate to the "VPN" section and click on "Zero Tier VPN".
3. Click on "Add" to create a new network.
4. Enter a name for your network and click on "Generate" to create a new network ID.
5. Make a note of the network ID, as you will need it to join the network on other devices.
6. Click on "Apply" to save the changes.

Joining the Zero Tier Network

To join the Zero Tier network on other devices, follow these steps:

1. Download and install the Zero Tier Central app on the device you want to join the network.
2. Launch the app and sign in with your Zero Tier account.
3. Click on "Join Network" and enter the network ID you created on your ASUS router.
4. Follow the prompts to complete the installation.

Troubleshooting DNS Queries

If your ASUS router is not responding to DNS queries, it may be due to a misconfiguration of the DNS settings. To troubleshoot this issue, follow these steps:

1. Log in to your ASUS router's web interface.
2. Navigate to the "Network" section and click on "LAN".
3. Scroll down to the "DHCP Server" section and make sure that "Enable DHCP Server" is checked.
4. Make sure that the "DNS Server" field is set to "Automatic" or "Use router's DNS".
5. Click on "Apply" to save the changes.

In this article, we covered the installation of a Zero Tier VPN on an ASUS router, which does not have a public IP. We walked you through the process step-by-step, including key concepts and subtitles. We also covered troubleshooting DNS queries and provided a summary of the steps required to install and join the Zero Tier network.

References

• Zero Tier
• ASUS
• How-To Geek