Creating a VPN using the built-in service of FRITZ!Box 6490 with IPSec as the protocol is a common process. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to create a VPN profile for a user:
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Log in to your FRITZ!Box: Access the FRITZ!Box interface by opening a web browser and entering the IP address (usually 192.168.178.1) in the address bar.
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Navigate to the VPN settings: Click on "Fon" in the top menu, then select "VPN" from the dropdown menu.
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Create a new VPN profile: Click on "Add VPN profile" in the "VPN clients" section.
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Configure the VPN profile:
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In the "VPN-Daten" section, fill in the following details:
- VPN-Name: Name of the VPN profile (e.g., VPN-Daten)
- VPN-Typ: Select IPSec
- Remote peer: IP address of the VPN server
- Shared secret: Pre-shared key for the VPN connection
- IKE encryption: Choose an encryption algorithm (e.g., AES-256)
- IKE hash: Choose a hash algorithm (e.g., SHA-256)
- IKE DH group: Choose a Diffie-Hellman group (e.g., 2048 bit)
- ESP encryption: Choose an encryption algorithm (e.g., AES-256)
- ESP hash: Choose a hash algorithm (e.g., SHA-256)
- Lifetime: Set the lifetime of the IKE and ESP keys
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In the "VPN-Benutzer" section, create a new user with appropriate permissions.
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Save and activate the VPN profile: Click on "Save" to save the new VPN profile. The VPN connection will be activated automatically.
Please note that the provided example is a general guide and the exact settings might vary depending on the specific VPN server and its requirements. Always double-check the provided settings with the VPN server provider.
References:
- FRITZ!Box Manual: https://download.fritz.de/fritz/fritzbox/manuals/FRITZ!Box_6490_Manual_en.pdf
- IPSec Configuration Guide: https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-configure-an-ipsec-vpn-on-a-cisco-router/
- IKEv2 and IPSec Configuration Guide: https://www.digitalocean.com/community/tutorials/how-to-set-up-an-ipsec-vpn-with-ikev2-on-ubuntu-18-04