Configuring Cloud VPN on Debian
Using a VPN to connect to your server? Liquid Web offers a cloud vpn solution for connecting to your server securely. Get directions for installing and configuring the VPN client on a Debian desktop.
Once you create your Cloud VPN, the next step is to configure it so that you can connect securely from anywhere. This tutorial will walk you through configuring your VPN on a Debian workstation. We recommend using the Cisco AnyConnect Client. The setup is simple and reliable. If for some reason you have trouble using the Cisco Client, you can also try the Native Debian client shown later in the article. Only one client is required for your VPN connection.
Using Cisco AnyConnect Client
- Open https://vpn.liquidweb.services on any browser on your workstation. Enter the credentials you created for your VPN user. If you need to create a VPN user, see Setting Up Your Cloud VPN.
- Click the Download button to download the client on your workstation (the installer will detect which version of the software you need). Run the installer.
- Open the AnyConnect client. Enter vpn.liquidweb.services into the AnyConnect client.
- Enter the username/password you created for the VPN user. Then click OK.
That’s it! You’re now connected to your Liquid Web Cloud VPN and can securely access your server.
Using the Native Debian Client
To install the VPN client for your Cloud VPN on a Debian workstation, log in via SSH and enter the following command:
sudo apt-get install network-manager-vpnc-gnome
- Once the installation is complete, click on the Menu in the upper left-hand corner of your screen. Select the Tools Icon to open the Settings page.
- Click on the Network icon to open your Network Connections.
- Click on the [+] Plus Sign at the bottom left of the networks list.
- Select VPN as the network connection.
- Select Cisco Compatible VPN (vpnc).
- The Gateway is the IP address: 50.28.17.124, enter your User name and Password. The Group name is: liquidweb and the Group Password can be found in your account. The Group Password can be found by clicking on the Cloud VPN under Services, then clicking “Connecting”.
Note:
The username you create for the VPN must be in lower case letters only. The VPN client will not recognize upper case letters or special characters. Numbers are allowed. - Click Add to save your configuration settings.
- Once the VPN is saved, you can connect securely by clicking Connect in your Menu.
