How to open ports on Kerlink Miner

Looking for a way to open ports on Helium-compatible Kerlink Miners? This guide shows you can port forward your router for Kerlink Miners in seconds. 

What is Kerlink Miner

Kerlink’s Helium-compatible miners are designed for those who want to get the most out of their mining experience. With these miners, you will be able to take advantage of Kerlink’s world-class mining infrastructure and get the highest possible hash rates. Additionally, these miners are fully compatible with the Helium network, so you will be able to take advantage of all the benefits the Helium protocol offers.

How to open ports on Kerlink Miners 

Helium-compatible Kerlink miners come with a web interface that can be used to open ports. To access the web interface, enter the IP address of the miner in a web browser. The default username and password are both “admin.”

Once you are logged in, click on the “Network” tab and then click on the “Firewall” tab. From here, you can add or remove entries from the firewall rules. To add a rule, click the “Add Rule” button and fill out the form. 

Be sure to select the “Allow” action and specify the protocol (TCP or UDP), port number, and IP address range that you want to allow access to. Once you have added the rule, click the “Apply” button to save your changes.

However, some ISPs perform CGNAT on their routers, making it difficult for users to port forward. 

Why is Port Forwarding an issue on CGNAT

When you use CGNAT, your ISP assigns a unique IP address to your device from a pool of public IP addresses. Your device’s traffic goes through a NAT (Network Address Translation) firewall. Port Forwarding is an issue because it requires a static IP address. With CGNAT, your IP address can change anytime, so it’s impossible to set up Port Forwarding.

You will need to get a static IP address from your ISP if you need to use Port Forwarding for gaming, VoIP, or other applications. This will usually cost an extra monthly fee. Alternatively, you can use a VPN (Virtual Private Network) which will tunnel your traffic through a static IP address. VPNs are usually more expensive than getting a static IP address from your ISP, but they offer other benefits like security and privacy.

How can PureVPN enable Port Forwarding behind CGNAT

You may have some trouble if you are trying to enable Port Forwarding behind a CGNAT (Carrier-Grade Network Address Translation) device. But PureVPN’s Port Forwarding add-on can help.

CGNAT is a type of NAT (Network Address Translation) often used by ISPs (Internet Service Providers). It allows multiple users to share a single IP address. This can make it challenging to enable Port Forwarding because you need a specific IP address to do so.

But with PureVPN’s Port Forwarding add-on, you can easily enable Port Forwarding behind a CGNAT device. This add-on will create a static IP address for you so that you can forward ports with ease.

Log in to your PureVPN account and enable the Port Forwarding add-on to get started. Then follow the instructions to set up Port Forwarding on your router. It’s that easy!

Why choose PureVPN for your Port Forwarding needs

Several reasons make PureVPN the best choice for Port Forwarding. First, PureVPN offers a dedicated IP address for each server, which means your traffic is not shared with other users. This ensures that your traffic is always fast and reliable.

Second, PureVPN has over 6,500 servers in 76  countries, giving you many options to choose from. You can always find a server close to your location, which helps reduce latency.

Third, PureVPN uses AES-256 encryption, the most secure encryption. This means that your data is safe from hackers and other malicious actors. Finally, PureVPN offers a 7-day money-back guarantee, so you can try it risk-free.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to port forward my helium miner?

Yes, to connect your Helium miner to the network, you will need to port forward. Port Forwarding allows remote machines on the internet to connect to your miner. You can learn more about port forwarding here.

Which ports should be open for Helium miners?

The Helium miner requires port 44158 to be open.

How do I port forward my hotspot?

To port forward your hotspot, you will need to open a port on the router’s configuration page. Then, you will need to forward that port to the IP address of the device that will be using it.

First, you will need to log into your router’s configuration page. This can usually be done by typing 192.168.1.1 into your web browser’s address bar. Once logged in, look for a page that says “Port Forwarding” or something similar.

Once you have found the Port Forwarding page, you will need to create a new rule. Enter the port number you want to forward in the “Port” field. Then, enter the IP address of the device that will be using that port in the “IP Address” field.

Finally, save your changes and reboot your router. Once it comes back up, your port should be open and ready to use.