Chapter 4

Advanced Configuration

VPN > VPN Client Access

VPN Client Access

For each QuickVPN client, do the following:

1.Export a client certificate.

2.Configure a user name and password.

3.Add the QuickVPN client to the list.

VPN Client Users

User Name  Enter the user name.

New Password  Enter the new password.

Confirm New Password  Re-enter the new password.

Change Password Allowed  To allow the user to change his or her password, select Yes. Otherwise, keep the default, No.

Active  To activate the new user, select Active. To add the new user to the list, click Add to list.

After a user has been added, you can change the user’s settings. Select the user from the list, and make your changes. Then click Update this user.

To delete a user, select the user from the list, and then click Delete selected users.

Certificate Management

Manage the certificate for securing communication between the Router and QuickVPN clients.

Generate New Certificate  To generate a new certificate to replace the existing certificate on the Router, click Generate. After clicking the button, a confirmation screen appears. Click OK to continue.

Generate Certificate Confirmation

Export Certificate for Administrator  The certificate for the administrator contains the private key and should be stored in a safe place as a backup. If you reset the Router to its factory defaults, then you can import the certificate and restore it on the Router.

To save the certificate as a file, click Export for Admin. By default, the certificate file is named RV042_<MMDD>_ <HHMM>.pem, which you can rename. (MMDD stands for month and day; HHMM stands for hours and minutes.) Follow the on-screen instructions to select the location where you want to store your certificate.

Export Certificate for Client  The certificate for the client must be placed in the install directory of the QuickVPN client software.

To save the certificate as a file, click Export for Client. Then follow the on-screen instructions. By default, the certificate file is named RV042_<MMDD>_<HHMM>_ Client.pem, which you can rename. (MMDD stands for month and day; HHMM stands for hours and minutes.) Follow the on-screen instructions to save the file in the install directory of the QuickVPN client software.

Import Certificate  To specify the location of the administrator certificate, click Browse and follow the onscreen instructions. (This is the file you previously saved using the Export Certificate for Administrator option.) After you have selected the file, click Import.

ExistingCertificate  Thefilenameofthecurrentcertificate is displayed.

Click Save Settings to save your changes, or click Cancel Changes to undo them.

When you first save these settings, a message will appear, asking if you would like the Router to automatically change the LAN IP address to prevent conflicting IP addresses. To change the LAN IP address, click Yes. If an IP conflict occurs, the QuickVPN client will not connect to the Router.

VPN > VPN Pass Through

The VPN Pass Through screen allows you to enable or disable passthrough for a variety of VPN methods.

NOTE: VPN passthrough is enabled so that VPN clients in the LAN of the Router can reach the VPN server on the Internet.

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RV042 specifications

The Linksys RV042 is a robust and versatile VPN router designed for small to medium-sized businesses, offering a wide array of features that cater to networking demands. Boasting dual WAN ports, the RV042 allows users to have two internet connections, providing load balancing and failover capabilities. This means that the router can automatically switch to a secondary Internet connection if the primary fails, ensuring uninterrupted connectivity crucial for business operations.

A key feature of the RV042 is its support for Virtual Private Networking (VPN). It can accommodate up to 50 VPN tunnels simultaneously, enabling secure remote access for employees who need to connect to the office network from various locations. The router supports both PPTP and L2TP/IPsec protocols, which provide a layer of encryption, ensuring that data remains secure while transmitted over public networks.

In terms of connectivity, the Linksys RV042 is equipped with four Ethernet ports, supporting speeds of up to 1 Gbps through its LAN (Local Area Network) connections. This allows for high-speed data transfer within the office premises, making it suitable for bandwidth-intensive applications such as video conferencing and large file transfers. Additionally, the router features an integrated firewall, which helps protect the network from external threats by filtering incoming and outgoing traffic.

The RV042 also excels in its Quality of Service (QoS) capabilities, which enable users to prioritize traffic for more critical applications. This is particularly beneficial in environments where multiple applications rely on the same bandwidth, allowing businesses to maintain optimal performance for essential tasks.

For businesses looking to manage their network more effectively, the RV042 offers a web-based interface that simplifies configuration and monitoring. The user-friendly dashboard allows administrators to track network usage, configure access controls, and set up security measures easily.

Overall, the Linksys RV042 VPN router stands out for its reliability, security features, dual WAN support, and ease of management. It is an excellent choice for organizations that require a secure, stable, and high-performance networking solution, enabling seamless connectivity and productivity in an increasingly digital business landscape.