To set up OpenWrt VPN using the command line,follow these organized steps:

Step-by-Step Guide to Setting Up OpenWrt VPN

1. Install OpenWrt VPN Client:

   • Download and install the OpenWrt VPN client from the official website (https://www.openwrt.org/downloads/).
   • Configure the client on your server:
     • Run the installer and follow the installation guide.
     • After installation, log in with your admin password.

2. Create a New VPN Server:

   • Open the OpenWrt VPN client.
   • Go to User Management > Create Server.
   • Name the server (e.g., "my-vpn-server").
   • Select an appropriate IP address (e.g., 192.168.1.1).
   • Configure the server settings as needed.

3. Install OpenWrt VPN Software:

   • Download the package for your system (e.g., sudo apt install openwrt–vnpc for Debian/Ubuntu).
   • Follow the installation prompts to install the VPN software.

4. Configure VPN Settings:

   • Username and Password: Use your admin password or a unique one for security.
   • Public IP: Set the public IP of the server in the OpenWrt client.
   • Authentication: In the server settings, add the public IP to the list under "Public IPs".

5. Create a Remote User Account:

   • Open the OpenWrt client.
   • Go to User Management > Create User.
   • Name the user (e.g., "my-remote-user").
   • Configure the user to connect to the VPN server:
     • In the VPN settings, select the appropriate interface.
     • Set the username to "my-remote-user" and the public IP to the server's public IP.

6. Configure the Remote User:

   • In the OpenWrt client, go to User Management > Remote Users.
   • Click "Configure" and set the remote user to use the static VPN server.

7. Test the VPN Connection:

   • Open the OpenWrt client.
   • Go to User Management > Remote Users.
   • Search for your remote user and click "Select".
   • Click "Configure" to connect to the VPN. Enter your admin password.

8. Remove the VPN Client and Server:

   • In the OpenWrt client, go to User Management > Remove User to delete your remote user.
   • Go to User Management > Remove to delete the VPN client.

Additional Tips:

• Port Configuration: Ensure the port (443 for HTTPS, 8 for HTTP) matches what the remote user is using.
• Security Best Practices: Use strong passwords, consider dynamic VPN for multiple users, and keep keys secure.
• Documentation: Refer to OpenWrt documentation or tutorials for more detailed configurations.

By following these steps, you can effectively set up and use OpenWrt VPN for secure remote access.