OpenVPN Server needs a port forwarded and open to function. Many times this is not possible because of firewall restrictions. This is where “reverse VPN” comes in handy.

The other application of “Reverse VPN” is multi site connections. With “reverse VPN” many remote locations can be connected to form one effective LAN.

• The Gargoyle OpenVPN server location have the correct port forwarded and open (Firewall access).
• Suitable Gargoyle routers

Set up routers as per “Site to Site” How-to

This is a good server setup

Note: You need to select “Credentials are specific to each client”

Each client(s) must be setup correctly

The really important part is “Subnet behind client”. This is the LAN where the client is being placed.

If “No Subnet Defined” is selected you will effectively have a one way connection e.g. Client to server