DD-WRT Router - PPTP VPN Setup
Updated over a week ago

Step 1.
Open web browser and enter your DD-WRT router's IP ( Default 192.168.1.1 ) to access admin interface.

Step 2.
After you are logged into Admin interface, Go to Setup > Basic Setup

Step 3.
Under WAN Connection type, change connection type from "Automatic DHCP" to PPTP and fill in the gateway and VPN credentials. 

Connection Type : PPTP
Use DHCP: Yes
Gateway (PPTP Server) : us-la1.switchnetwork.me ( List all VPN Gateways)
User Name: Your VPN Username
Password: Your VPN Password
PPTP Encryption/MPPE Encryption : Enabled
Under Optional Settings, Change MTU from Auto to Manual and value as "1400"

Step 4.
Scroll Down to "Network Address Server Settings ( DHCP )"

Set Static DNS 1: 8.8.8.8
Set Statis DNS 2: 8.8.4.4

Step 5.
Scroll down and click on apply settings and reboot the router.

Step 6.
VPN will be connected in 2-3 minutes after reboot. You can verify by visiting https://switchvpn.net/what-is-my-ip your new IP address. 


If you require any assistance, Please feel free to contact support at support@switchvpn.net or on Live Chat. We are happy to help!

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