Configuring VPN connections with the New Connection wizard

The New Connection wizard allows you to create a virtual private network (VPN) between any combination of hosts and gateways.

For example, host-to-host, gateway-to-host, host-to-gateway, or gateway-to-gateway.

The wizard automatically creates each of the configuration objects VPN requires to work properly, including the packet rules. However, if you need to add function to your VPN; for example, journaling or network address translation for VPN (VPN NAT), you may want further refine your VPN through the property sheets of the appropriate dynamic-key group or connection. To do this, first stop the connection if it is active. Then, right-click the dynamic-key group or connection, and select Properties.

Complete the VPN planning advisor before you begin. The advisor provides you with a means for gathering important information that you will need to create your VPN.

To create a VPN with the Connection wizard, follow these steps:

1. In iSeries™ Navigator, expand your system > Network > IP Policies.

2. Right-click Virtual Private Networking and select New Connection to start the wizard.

3. Complete the wizard to create a basic VPN connection. Click Help if you need assistance.

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