Set up PureVPN OpenVPN on OpenWRT 21.02 Router
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i. To install OpenVPN config on OpenWrt router, you can follow these steps:
1. Log in to your OpenWrt router.
2. Go to the **System** menu.
3. Click on **Software**.
4. Click on the **Update lists** button.
5. Wait for the list to be updated.
6. Search for the OpenVPN package.
7. Click on the **Install** button.
8. Once the package is installed, go to the **Network** menu.
9. Click on **Interfaces**.
10. Click on the **Add new interface** button.
11. Select the **OpenVPN** option.
12. Enter the following information:
* **Name:** Enter a name for your OpenVPN interface.
* **Protocol:** Select the **Unmanaged** option.
* **Interface:** Select the **tun0** option.
13. Click on the **Create interface** button.
14. Click on the **Edit** button next to the OpenVPN interface that you just created.
15. Enter the following information:
* **Remote:** Enter the IP address or hostname of the OpenVPN server.
* **Port:** Enter the port number of the OpenVPN server.
* **Username:** Enter your OpenVPN username.
* **Password:** Enter your OpenVPN password.
16. Click on the **Save** button.
17. Click on the **Apply** button.
18. Your OpenVPN interface will now be configured. You can connect to the OpenVPN server by clicking on the **Connect** button.
Here are some additional tips that might help you install OpenVPN config on OpenWrt router:
* **Make sure that you are using the latest version of OpenVPN.** You can check for updates by going to the OpenVPN website and clicking on the **Download** button.
* **Make sure that you have the correct OpenVPN configuration file.** You can get the configuration file from your VPN provider.
* **Make sure that you have entered the correct information in the OpenVPN configuration file.** If you have entered the wrong information, you will not be able to connect to the OpenVPN server.
* **If you are still having trouble connecting to the OpenVPN server, you can contact your VPN provider for help.**
ii. The default port for OpenVPN is 1194. However, some ISPs block this port, so you may need to use a different port. OpenVPN can also be configured to use TCP instead of UDP. TCP is more reliable than UDP, but it is also slower.
Here are some of the most common ports used for OpenVPN:
* UDP 1194: This is the default port for OpenVPN.
* TCP 1194: This port can be used as an alternative to the default UDP port 1194.
* UDP 443: This port is used by HTTPS, which is a common protocol for websites. Using this port can help you bypass firewalls that block OpenVPN traffic.
* TCP 443: This port can be used as an alternative to the default UDP port 443.
If you are having trouble connecting to an OpenVPN server, you can try using a different port. You can also try using TCP instead of UDP.
Here are some additional tips that might help you connect to an OpenVPN server:
* **Make sure that you are using the correct OpenVPN configuration file.** You can get the configuration file from your VPN provider.
* **Make sure that you have entered the correct information in the OpenVPN configuration file.** If you have entered the wrong information, you will not be able to connect to the OpenVPN server.
* **If you are still having trouble connecting to the OpenVPN server, you can contact your VPN provider for help.**
iii. Whether you should use OpenVPN bridge or router depends on your needs.
* **Bridge:** A bridge is a good option if you want to connect all of your devices to the VPN at the same time. This can be useful if you want to protect your privacy while browsing the internet or streaming content.
* **Router:** A router is a good option if you want to connect your entire network to the VPN. This can be useful if you want to protect your entire household from prying eyes.
Here are some of the pros and cons of using OpenVPN bridge and router:
**OpenVPN Bridge**
**Pros:**
* Easy to set up.
* All devices on the network are connected to the VPN at the same time.
* Can be used to protect your privacy while browsing the internet or streaming content.
**Cons:**
* Can slow down your internet connection.
* Not all devices support OpenVPN bridge.
**OpenVPN Router**
**Pros:**
* Can protect your entire household from prying eyes.
* Does not slow down your internet connection as much as OpenVPN bridge.
* Most devices support OpenVPN router.
**Cons:**
* More difficult to set up than OpenVPN bridge.
* Not all VPN providers offer OpenVPN router support.
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