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IPsec VPN between Mikrotik(RouterOS v6.47) and Vigor Router | DrayTek

Have you ever faced difficulty in setting up an IPsec VPN connection between your Mikrotik RouterOS v6.47 and Vigor Router? Fret not, because we are here to guide you through the process.

Let us begin with understanding what an IPsec VPN connection is. IPsec VPN stands for Internet Protocol Security Virtual Private Network. It is a secure tunnelled connection between two devices, which can be set up either over the internet or a private network. It encrypts the data that is being transmitted between the devices, ensuring the security and privacy of the information.

To set up an IPsec VPN connection between your Mikrotik RouterOS v6.47 and Vigor Router, you need to follow the steps listed below:

Open the Mikrotik RouterOS v6.47 console and click on the IPsec option present under the PPP category.
Create a new profile and select the 'Mode Config' option.
Next, click on the 'Add' option to create a new connection.
Enter the 'Name' and the 'Remote Address' of the Vigor Router and select the 'Pre-Shared Key' option.
Enter the pre-shared key that is specified in the Vigor Router and select the appropriate Phase 1 and Phase 2 protocols.
Click on the 'Enable Encryption' option and select the encryption algorithm of your choice.
Enter the 'Local Address' and 'Remote Address' and click on the 'Apply' button.
Now, repeat the above steps in Vigor Router and your IPsec VPN connection will be established.

That's it! You have successfully set up an IPsec VPN connection between your Mikrotik RouterOS v6.47 and Vigor Router.

Details

Let us take a detailed look at each step involved in setting up an IPsec VPN connection between your Mikrotik RouterOS v6.47 and Vigor Router.

Open the Mikrotik RouterOS v6.47 console and click on the IPsec option present under the PPP category.

PPP stands for Point-to-Point Protocol. It is a data link layer protocol that establishes a direct connection between two devices over the internet or a private network.

Create a new profile and select the 'Mode Config' option.

A profile in Mikrotik RouterOS refers to a set of configurations that can be applied to a specific user or a group of users. The 'Mode Config' option enables the routers to exchange the IP address and other configuration details with each other.

Next, click on the 'Add' option to create a new connection.

Clicking on the 'Add' option will open up a new window where you can create a new IPsec VPN connection.

Enter the 'Name' and the 'Remote Address' of the Vigor Router and select the 'Pre-Shared Key' option.

The name and remote address are the identifying details of the Vigor Router for your Mikrotik RouterOS v6.47. The pre-shared key is a shared secret that is used as an authentication method for your IPsec VPN connection.

Enter the pre-shared key that is specified in the Vigor Router and select the appropriate Phase 1 and Phase 2 protocols.

The pre-shared key is a string of characters that should match the one specified in the Vigor Router. The Phase 1 and Phase 2 protocols define the encryption algorithms and the keys that are used for securing the VPN connection.

Click on the 'Enable Encryption' option and select the encryption algorithm of your choice.

Encryption is necessary to ensure the confidentiality of data that is being transmitted over the VPN connection. You can select the encryption algorithm that suits your requirements.

Enter the 'Local Address' and 'Remote Address' and click on the 'Apply' button.

The local address is the IP address of your Mikrotik RouterOS v6.47 while the remote address is the IP address of the Vigor Router. Clicking on the 'Apply' button will create the IPsec VPN connection between the two routers.

Now, repeat the above steps in Vigor Router and your IPsec VPN connection will be established.

Repeat the above steps in the Vigor Router with the necessary changes in the 'Name', 'Local Address' and 'Remote Address' fields. Your IPsec VPN connection between the Mikrotik RouterOS v6.47 and Vigor Router will now be established.

Tips

Here are some tips to keep in mind while setting up your IPsec VPN connection:

Ensure that the pre-shared key is the same on both Mikrotik RouterOS v6.47 and Vigor Router.
Select strong encryption algorithms and keys to ensure the security of your data.
Test the VPN connection by transferring some data over it to ensure stability.

FAQs

Here are some frequently asked questions while setting up an IPsec VPN connection:

Q. Can I set up an IPsec VPN connection between two Mikrotik RouterOS v6.47 routers?

A. Yes, you can set up an IPsec VPN connection between two Mikrotik RouterOS v6.47 routers by following the same steps as mentioned above.

Q. Can I change the encryption algorithm after establishing the IPsec VPN connection?

A. No, you cannot change the encryption algorithm after establishing the IPsec VPN connection. You need to establish a new connection with the desired encryption algorithm.

Q. What are the risks involved in using IPsec VPN connections?

A. There are no major risks involved in using IPsec VPN connections if proper security protocols are followed. However, if the pre-shared key is not kept confidential, then it can lead to unauthorized access to the VPN connection.

Setting up an IPsec VPN connection between your Mikrotik RouterOS v6.47 and Vigor Router can seem like a daunting task, but following the steps listed above can make the process simple. Always ensure that you follow proper security protocols to secure your data and prevent unauthorized access to your network.