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Connection Setup

Step-by-step guide to set up your VPN connection

Setup Process Overview

Setting up your VPN connection involves deploying a server, generating client configurations, and connecting your devices. The entire process takes less than 15 minutes.

1. Server

Deploy in your region

2. Config

Generate client files

3. Install

Download & configure

4. Connect

Test & verify

Step-by-Step Setup

1
Create VPN Server
Deploy a VPN server in your preferred region3-5 minutes

Command

vpn-cli server create --region us-east-1 --protocol wireguard
Available Protocols

Choose from WireGuard (fastest), OpenVPN (most compatible), or IKEv2 (mobile optimized).

2
Generate Client Config
Create configuration files for your devices< 1 minute

Command

vpn-cli client generate --server-id srv_123 --name 'John-MacBook'
Security Keys

Each client configuration includes unique security keys and certificates for maximum security.

3
Download & Install
Install the VPN client and import configuration2-3 minutes

Command

vpn-cli client download --config-id cfg_456 --format openvpn
4
Test Connection
Verify your VPN connection is working properly< 1 minute

Command

vpn-cli connection test --config-id cfg_456

Available Server Regions

North America
15-25ms
New YorkLos AngelesTorontoChicago
Europe
20-30ms
LondonAmsterdamFrankfurtParis
Asia Pacific
25-35ms
TokyoSingaporeSydneyHong Kong
South America
35-45ms
São PauloBuenos AiresSantiago

Device Setup Guide

Desktop
Platforms
WindowsmacOSLinux
Setup Methods
• Native App
• OpenVPN
• WireGuard
Mobile
Platforms
iOSAndroid
Setup Methods
• Native App
• Manual Config
Tablet
Platforms
iPadAndroid Tablet
Setup Methods
• Native App
• Profile Install
Router
Platforms
DD-WRTOpenWrtASUS
Setup Methods
• Firmware Config
• Manual Setup

Quick Setup Commands

VPN CLI Commands
One-liner commands to get started quickly

Complete Setup

# Install VPN CLI
curl -sSL https://install.vpnenterprise.com/cli | bash

# Quick server setup
vpn-cli server create --region auto --protocol wireguard --name "my-server"

# Generate and download client config
vpn-cli client generate --server auto --download --name "$(whoami)-$(hostname)"

# Test connection
vpn-cli connection test

Common Setup Issues

Connection Timeout

If server deployment times out, try a different region or check your account limits.

vpn-cli server list --status failed

Authentication Failed

Verify your API key is correct and has the necessary permissions for VPN management.

vpn-cli auth verify

Port Blocking

Some networks block VPN ports. Try different protocols or use port 443 (HTTPS) for better compatibility.

vpn-cli server create --port 443 --protocol openvpn

Next Steps

Once your VPN connection is established, explore client configuration options and advanced security features.