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OpenVPN Access Server Setup

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Server Details

• Server IP: 20.244.31.140
• OpenVPN Initialization Command:
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  /usr/local/openvpn_as/bin/ovpn-init [Restart Setup of Server]
  

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Access URLs

• Admin UI: https://10.3.0.6:943/admin
• Client UI: https://10.3.0.6:943/

• Username: openvpn
• Password: TtBzMr29B23C

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Setup Instructions

1. Spin Up the Server:
   • Launch a server instance where OpenVPN will be installed.
2. Install OpenVPN:
   • Follow the installation instructions for OpenVPN Access Server on Ubuntu: OpenVPN Installation Instructions
3. Install and Configure NGINX:
   • Install NGINX and configure it to serve as a reverse proxy on port 943.
   • Apply SSL certificates using Certbot.
4. Update Network Settings:
   • Access the Admin UI to update the network settings with the new hostname or IP of the VPN server.
5. Obtain and Install SSL Certificate:
   • Log in to the Admin UI.
   • Navigate to SSL Certificate Management to obtain a certificate.
   • Inject the SSL certificate into OpenVPN Access Server via the Admin UI.
     • Follow the instructions in the OpenVPN SSL Certificate Installation Guide.

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SSL Certificate Configuration in Admin UI

1. Sign in to the Admin Web UI.
2. Navigate to Configuration > Web Server.
3. Change Web Server Certificate:
   • Under “Do you want to change the web server certificate?” select “Yes” for “User-provided Certificate”.

4. Upload SSL Files:
   • Provide the following files:
     • CA Bundle: Choose File
     • Certificate: Choose File
     • Private Key: Choose File
5. Save Configuration.

This format organizes the information and provides clear steps for setting up OpenVPN Access Server. Feel free to adjust any details or URLs as needed.