Successfully Deploying OpenVPN with pfSense Firewall Behind Starlink Dish

Successfully Deploying OpenVPN pfSense Firewall Behind Starlink Dish

In this article, we will discuss how to successfully deploy an OpenVPN pfSense firewall behind a Starlink dish. We will cover the key concepts, subtitles, and provide a detailed context of the topic. By the end of this article, you will have a clear understanding of how to set up and configure your OpenVPN pfSense firewall behind your Starlink dish.

Introduction

Starlink is a satellite internet constellation operated by SpaceX, providing low-latency broadband internet to locations where access has been unreliable, expensive, or completely unavailable. pfSense is an open-source firewall and router software distribution based on FreeBSD. OpenVPN is an open-source software application that implements virtual private network (VPN) techniques for creating secure point-to-point or site-to-site connections.

Prerequisites

Before we begin, make sure you have the following:

• A Starlink dish with a working internet connection
• A Netgate pfSense firewall
• An Ethernet cable to connect the pfSense firewall to the Starlink dish

Connecting the pfSense Firewall to the Starlink Dish

Connect the pfSense firewall to the Starlink dish using an Ethernet cable. Connect the cable to the WAN port on the pfSense firewall and to the LAN port on the Starlink dish. Once connected, follow these steps:

1. Log in to the pfSense web interface.
2. Go to the Interfaces menu and select Assignments.
3. Under WAN, select the interface that is connected to the Starlink dish. If it is not already assigned, assign it to WAN.
4. Go to the Services menu and select VPN.
5. Select OpenVPN and click the Plus sign to add a new OpenVPN server.
6. Configure the OpenVPN server settings as desired.
7. Click Save and Apply Changes.

Configuring the Starlink Dish

To configure the Starlink dish, follow these steps:

1. Connect to the Starlink dish using a web browser.
2. Go to the Network menu and select Interfaces.
3. Select the LAN interface and configure the IP address and subnet mask as desired.
4. Click Save and Apply Changes.

Testing the Connection

To test the connection, try pinging a website from the pfSense firewall. If the ping is successful, the connection is working properly.

In this article, we have discussed how to successfully deploy an OpenVPN pfSense firewall behind a Starlink dish. By following the steps outlined in this article, you should be able to set up and configure your OpenVPN pfSense firewall behind your Starlink dish and enjoy a secure and reliable internet connection.

• Connected Netgate pfSense firewall directly to Starlink dish (gen1 router round dish) successfully.
• WAN/LAN running smoothly.
• Port 1 (WAN) is 192.168.100.x.

References

• Starlink
• pfSense
• OpenVPN