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DD-WRT - PPTP


Here you can find setup information for your chosen VPN and also how to fix any problems you might encounter.

You can use the Table of Contents on the right hand side of this window to navigate between the different sections.


Install Guide


Step 1
Retrieve the Server Address for the VPN you want to connect to, you will need this later:




Step 2
Retrieve your VPN username and password, if you are a new member this is contained in the StreamVia Account Information email you received after ordering.




Step 3
We strongly recommend you first factory reset your DD-WRT router




Step 4
Now reconfigure your wireless network, be sure to add encryption to prevent others from using your VPN/Internet connection! Or better still, disable wireless completely and use only cabled connections for best speed.


Step 5
Change the WAN Connection Type to PPTP




Step 6
Configure as follows, only make changes where the red arrows are show. Username/Password are your VPN credentials, Gateway is the hostname you retrieved in Step 1 of this guide



Step 7
Scroll down to the bottom and click Save Settings, then Apply Settings


Step 8
The router will then restart, if not manually restart it


Step 9
Join the wifi network if needed


Step 10
Verify that the VPN has connected, if not try and connect it as shown below






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