The digital landscape is constantly evolving, and with it comes new challenges for network security. Businesses that rely on Windows Server understand the pivotal role of enhancing the protection and accessibility of their data and operations, which is why they turn to Virtual Private Networks (VPNs).
By setting up a VPN for Windows Server, you are not only bolstering your defence against potential cyber attacks, but also providing your team with the flexibility to tap into the company’s resources, no matter where they might be. Find out how to get a VPN up and running on your Windows Server below:
Setting up our client is the easiest way to use a VPN with Windows Server. Just follow these steps mentioned below:
1. Subscribe to PureVPN.
2. Download and install our Windows client.
3. Launch it and select Dedicated IP as your preferred purpose.
4. Connect with your dedicated IP and you are good to go!
Note: A dedicated IP ensures that the address of your Windows server does not change. This can be especially crucial if you are providing remote access to a large number of users or important clients.
If you want to manually configure a VPN for Windows Server, the process will differ slightly depending on the protocol you choose:
2. Choose VPN from the list of options, and click Add VPN.
3. Now, insert the following information:
4. Hit the Connect button next to the VPN connection you created.
5. You have successfully connected to PureVPN!
1. Donload and extract the OpenVPN installer and configuration files on your desktop.
2. Now, right click the OpenVPN installer and choose Properties.
3. Click the General tab and check the Unblock box. Hit the OK button once done.
4. Right click the OpenVPN installer and choose Run as administrator.
5. Click Next > I Agree > Next > Install.
6. Check the Always trust software from GZ Systems Limited box and click Install.
7. After the installation completes, click Next.
8. Uncheck the Show Readme box and click Finish.
9. Right click OpenVPN GUI and choose Run as administrator.
10. Go to System Tray and right click OpenVPN GUI. Choose your desired server and hit Connect.
11. You will be prompted to enter your PureVPN credentials. Learn how to find them here. Click OK when done.
12. You have successfully connected to PureVPN!
Now that you’ve installed a VPN on your Windows Server machine, you’d want to allow remote access so that its resources can be accessed from anywhere:
Once you’ve allowed remote desktop connection on your Windows Server machine, follow these steps to access it remotely: (use one of our dedicated IPs for seamless access):
Note: If you don’t want to encounter any issues when remotely accessing your Windows Server machine, you’ll need to use one of our dedicated IPs.
And that’s about it. We’ve not only covered the steps to set up a VPN for Windows Server, but also discussed how to access it from a remote location.
If you have any questions, feel free to use the comments section below and we’ll get back to you as soon as we can.