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Implementing site-to-site VPN connections
Implementing site-to-site VPN connections
Creating a Virtual Private Network (VPN) using
IPsec (IPsec LAN-to-LAN connection)
NOTE
This function cannot be used if the product is used as a transparent mode firewall.
You can create a Virtual Private Network (VPN) to connect LANs if the product is connected to a
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broadband Internet connection. LAN-to-LAN connection using IPsec ensures secure connection via
the Internet.
A VPN can be created using conventional broadband connections such as ADSL. Thus, VPNs are
cheaper than real private networks using dedicated lines. The LAN-to-LAN connection of the product
supports TCP/IP server software.
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Create a VPN using IPsec.