Template:Networking rutxxx configuration example use LAN as WAN
Introduction
The information in this page is updated in accordance with the [[Media:{{{fw_version}}}_WEBUI.bin|{{{fw_version}}}]] firmware version.
This article provides a guide on how to configure the LAN ports as WAN. It can be usefull to have to connect others ISP providers or even to change the port for physical damage or a custom mounting.
Configuration overview and prerequisites
Before we begin, let's overview the configuration that we are attempting to achieve and the prerequisites that make it possible.
Prerequisites:
- One RUTxxx routers of any type (excluding RUT850)
- One RUT9xx series router.
- At least one Internet connection (Mobile, wifi or wired)
- A end device for test the configuration.
Configuration scheme:
WebUI Router configuration (RUT 2)
Connect to the router’s WebUI navigate to Network -> VLAN -> LAN Network and create a new interface by entering name and clicking “Add New”.
Static IP need to be set as router’s WAN IP.
After saving settings, you will be redirected back to Network -> VLAN -> LAN Network, now you need to open VLAN Network tab in the same window and you will need to:
Note: Make sure that you are not connected to that LAN port which you going to disable.
CLI/SSH Router configuration (RUT 2)
For the next part you will be configuring router via SSH. For this you need to use the command line interface (CLI) or a SSH software if you’re using Windows or iOS. In this example software “putty” will be used. Open “putty” enter routers LAN IP address and press “Open”.
After clicking “Open” you will need to enter router credentials.
Now when you are connected you will need to make changes to network settings, this will be
achieved via SSH command: vi, which allows you to edit settings in the router. Enter following
command in SSH:
Using arrows navigate and find config interface 'lan_wan' and add two options:
Press Esc and write :wq”.
After that you will need to restart network service on the router, for this use command:
After restart is completed go back to routers WebUI and navigate to Network -> Firewall -> General Settings.
Scroll down, in Zone Forwarding find source zone lan_wan and change “Default forwarding action” from reject to accept and also check Masquerading and save settings.
If you did the steps in the right way, the your end device should have internet connection according the scheme.
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