Configuring MikroTik Router As A VPN Server Everything You Need To Know

Today, we will be discussing the proper way to configure a MikroTik VPN server using PPTP to connect a remote client. This is a great solution for those who need to access resources on a remote network securely.

Before we begin, it is important to understand the benefits and limitations of using PPTP as your VPN protocol. PPTP is easy to set up and configure, making it ideal for small networks where security is not a top priority. However, it is not as secure as other protocols such as OpenVPN or IPSec. PPTP is also not recommended for large networks or those with high security requirements.

Now that we have established the advantages and limitations of PPTP, let's dive into the details of how to configure a MikroTik VPN server:

Step 1: Configure the Router

The first step in configuring your MikroTik VPN server is to configure the router itself. You will need to enable PPTP server on your router and accept incoming connections. To do this, follow these steps:

Open the IP tab and select the PPTP Server option
Click on Enable
Select the Interface where you want to allow PPTP connections
Click on Apply and OK

Once you have completed these steps, you have successfully enabled PPTP server on your router.

Step 2: Create a VPN User

The next step is to create a user account for your VPN connection. This user will be used by the remote client to connect to your network. To create a user account, follow these steps:

Open the PPP tab and select the Secrets option
Click on Add New
Enter the Username and Password for the new user account
Click on Apply and OK

You have now successfully created a user account for your VPN connection.

Step 3: Configure the Remote Client

Now that you have set up the MikroTik VPN server, you need to configure the remote client to connect to your network. This can be done by following these steps:

Open the Network and Sharing Center on the remote client
Click on Set up a new connection or network
Select Connect to a workplace and click on Next
Select Use my Internet connection (VPN)
Enter the IP address of your MikroTik VPN server and a name for the VPN connection
Enter the Username and Password for the user account you created earlier
Click on Connect

Your remote client is now configured to connect to your MikroTik VPN server.

Step 4: Test the Connection

The final step is to test the connection to ensure that everything is working correctly. To do this, follow these steps:

Open the Network and Sharing Center on the remote client
Click on the VPN connection you just created
Click on Connect

If everything is configured correctly, the remote client should now be connected to your network via the MikroTik VPN server. You can test this connection by accessing resources on your network that are not normally accessible from outside the network.

Now that you have successfully configured a MikroTik VPN server using PPTP, it is important to remember that this configuration is not suitable for all networks. If you have a large network or require high security, consider using a different protocol such as OpenVPN or IPSec. However, for small networks where security is not a top priority, PPTP is a great solution.

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Thank you for reading, and we hope this guide has been helpful in configuring your MikroTik VPN server using PPTP.