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VPN access to DNS-323
by Anthony 110 - 3/10/09 3:50 PMSo here is my question: I have a home network setup using a DI*624 router and such, with a DNS-323 network storage enclosure attached. Everything works fine including the buit in FTP server but I know when I log in to the FTP sever it sends my info in cleartext and does not encrypt my files in transmission. So my question is what if any VPN client can I use to access my device from the internet? I already have Log me in on my comp but the free version does not include a file transfer app. Would I have to buy a VPN router?
Any input on a possible cient or how to set it up would be greatly appreciated.
Just one thing.
by R. Proffitt
- 3/10/09 6:53 PM
In reply to: VPN access to DNS-323 by Anthony 110
While ftp does that, you are on your LAN so why is this a concern?
Hint: Your LAN traffic should not leak.
RE: Lan traffic
by Anthony 110 - 3/10/09 8:26 PM In reply to: Just one thing. by R. Proffitt
Sorry to clarify I am not worried about the LAN side but when I an accessing it from work over the internet. I just metnioned net hardware because people usually ask.
For outside I use SFTP
by R. Proffitt - 3/10/09 9:02 PM
In reply to: RE: Lan traffic by Anthony 110
Today I'm using OpenSSH to sftp stuff. It's quite secure, free and a few members forget to research this title. But I use it but don't duplicate web content about it.
A VPN will be a little tougher. To the point I must tell people to use google. Here's what a VPN would be cranky and a bad idea. Let's say you implemented your VPN. You would lose connection to your other networks and more.
Bob
SFTP vs VPN
by bkirby - 3/25/09 10:18 PM In reply to: VPN access to DNS-323 by Anthony 110Bob is absolutely correct. If the VPN client is not setup correctly on an outside PC (let's say at work), you'll loose connection to services until the tunnel is closed.
Connecting via an OpenSSH or WebDrive connection requires a SFTP server at your home. This is not necessarily the cheapest route to take plus your ISP may block OpenSSH (TCP port 22 inbound).
I will suggest using a VPN solution if you REALLY need the encryption to pass credentials and files. Yes, a VPN/Firewall/Router appliance.
Just remember to uncheck the box (if using the MS VPN client) "Use gateway on remote network" in the advanced TCP/IP settings on the client (or work) PC before connecting. That will save you (or someone) many headaches.
Hope that helps...
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