Setting up a client VPN for D200, DNA routers, and Android mobile devices

Topic

This article describes how to set up a client VPN for D200, DNA routers, and Android mobile devices.

Environment

  • Datto D200 Router
  • Datto Networking Appliance (DNA)
  • Android devices

Description

Procedure

  1. Configure the client VPN settings on the router.

  2. On Datto Network Manager's VPN page, click Download User Credentials and save them to a known location. For D200 devices, this will be a .zip file. For DNA devices, this will be a .conf file.
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  3. Unzip the folder, locate the user's .ovpn file, and move it from your computer to a folder on the mobile device.
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For Android devices

  1. On the Android device, open the Google Play Store & install the official OpenVPN app.
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  2. Open the OpenVPN app and agree to the terms and conditions. The Import Profile screen will appear.
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  3. Tap File. A dialog box will open, asking for permission to access your device. Tap Allow.
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  4. Navigate to the location where you saved the users .opvn file then tap on it.

  5. After the app imports the file, you will see a confirmation. Tap Connect after import.
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  6. After connecting, the profile will show as CONNECTED on the screen. Tap the toggle to disconnect and re-connect.
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    If the connection does not work, navigate to Settings and make sure AES-CBC Cipher Algorithm is disabled.