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Configuring L2TP Connection

Connection via L2TP protocol is sometimes used by Internet service providers in order to provide more reliable authorization.

To configure such a connection in the web interface, follow these steps:

  1. Go to menu Services -> Network Interfaces.
  2. Click on the icon (+) in the upper right corner of the window and select Ethernet + L2TP.
  3. Select a network card.
  4. Fill in the fields listed in the table below:

Parameter

Description

Title

The name you will use to identify the interface in the future. Maximum 42 characters.

Network Card

The network adapter will be used to connect to the Internet provider.

VLAN tag

The VLAN ID in which UTM will be present Such network interface is considered a VLAN interface. Fill in only if the network card is already in use.

Automatic configuration via DHCP

Used if your Internet provider supports the ability to automatically configure the Ethernet interface using the DHCP protocol.

IP address/mask

You can assign multiple IP addresses to the interface. At least one IP address must be specified.

Gateway

Gateway IP address.

DNS

Two fields are available to specify the DNS server (optional).

VPN Server

IP address or domain name of the L2TP server.

Username

User name for the L2TP connection.

Password

Password for the L2TP connection.
  1. Make sure that the entered values are correct and click Save.
Configuration example:
1. Configuring L2TP Connection.png
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