MikroTik Router Configuration VPN Client Setup Made Easy

If you're looking to secure your internet connection and keep your browsing activities private, configuring a VPN on your MikroTik router is a great way to go about it. Setting up a PPTP VPN server on your MikroTik router is quick and easy, and in this post, we'll explain in detail how to go about it.

Prerequisites

Before we begin, make sure you have the following:

A MikroTik router with RouterOS version 6.0 or above
A device connected to the router's network (this will be used to test the VPN connection)

Step-by-Step Guide to Configuring PPTP VPN on a MikroTik Router

Here's how to set up PPTP VPN on your MikroTik router:

Log into your MikroTik router using Winbox
Click on the IP tab in the left-hand menu and select the Services option
Click on the PPTP Server button to open the PPTP configuration window
In the PPTP Configuration window, check the "Enabled" option to enable the PPTP server
Enter a name for your VPN server in the "Service Name" field (e.g. MyVPN)
Enter a range of IP addresses that your VPN clients will be assigned in the "Remote Address" field (e.g. 192.168.1.100-192.168.1.200)
Enter a username and password in the "Secret" field. This is the username and password that VPN clients will use to connect to the VPN server
Click on the PPP tab in the left-hand menu and select the PPTP Server option
Click on the "+" button to add a new PPP profile
Enter a name for the profile in the "Name" field (e.g. MyVPNProfile)
In the "Local Address" field, enter the IP address of your MikroTik router
In the "Remote Address" field, enter the range of IP addresses you entered in step 6
Click on the Secrets tab and add the username and password you entered in step 7
Click on the Apply button to save the configuration

Testing the VPN Connection

Now that you've set up the PPTP VPN server on your MikroTik router, it's time to test the connection to make sure it's working properly. Here's how to test the VPN connection:

Connect a device to your MikroTik router's network
Open the settings for your device's network connection
Select the VPN option
Enter the IP address of your MikroTik router in the server field
Enter the username and password you entered in step 7
Click on the Connect button to establish the VPN connection
Once the connection is established, you should see a new IP address assigned to your device
Open a web browser and visit a site like whatismyip.com to verify that your connection is secure and your IP address is hidden

Conclusion

Setting up a PPTP VPN server on your MikroTik router is a quick and easy way to secure your internet connection and keep your browsing activities private. Follow the step-by-step guide above to configure the VPN server, and be sure to test the connection to ensure it's working properly. With a MikroTik router and a PPTP VPN server, you can enjoy a safe and secure internet experience no matter where you are.