How-To Set Up OpenVPN to Connect on Asus Router

It is straightforward to import an OpenVPN configuration and connect to it using a username and password through the Asus router interface. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you through the process:

1. Access the Asus Router Interface:

   • Connect your router or computer to the Asus router network.
   • Connect to the Asus Wifi.
   • Open a web browser and enter the router's IP address in the address bar. The default IP address is usually 192.168.2.1.
   • Enter the router's login credentials when prompted. The default username and password on Asus routers is usually "admin".
     
     

2. Import OpenVPN Configuration:

   • Navigate to the "VPN" menu.
     
     
     
     
   • Select the "VPN Client" tab and then click the "Add Profile" button.
     
     
     
     
   • Select the OpenVPN tab.
   • Enter a description for your config file, such as "PremierVPN UK".
   • Enter your PremierVPN username, usually your email address.
   • Enter the PremierVPN password contained in your VPN Activation Email.
   • Download our OpenVPN config files here , click the upload button, and select the OpenVPN config file.
   • Click upload and wait until it says complete, then click OK.
     
     

3. Activate the Connection:

   • Click "Activate" to connect to the VPN.
     
     
     
     
   • Wait a short moment until you see a blue check to the left - this means you are now connected to the VPN.
     
     
     
     

4. Disconnect from the VPN:

   • Click the "Deactivate" button to disconnect from the VPN.
     
     
     
     

5. Verify VPN Connection:

   • You can check your IP address to verify it has changed to the VPN server's IP address here.