OpenVPN GUI Client Connection on Windows Terminal Workstation

OpenVPN GUI Client Connection on Windows Terminal Workstation

If your company has Method B described in Automatic Thermal Printers in CLOUD with VPN, follow these steps to connect, check, reconnect or reconfiguree the connection to the Novohit the VPN.

Initial Configuration

Install OpenVPN Client on Windows

  1. Download the OpenVPN GUI client from any of these links: 
    1. https://build.openvpn.net/downloads/releases/openvpn-install-2.4.11-I601-Win10.exe 
    2. https://drive.novohit.com/file/eiz5b6212b206c26b479f8494ec56ee8be2a9
  2. Install the OpenVPN GUI client, if you have any doubts about the installation process, see the official guide: https://openvpn.net/community-resources/how-to-install-the-openvpn-gui-on-windows/
  3. Copy the .crt, .key and .ovpn files provided by our staff via ticket.
  4. Configure the VPN to connect automatically at Windows startup by following these instructions: https://help.novohit.com/portal/en/kb/articles/openvpn-gui-client-connection-on-windows-terminal-workstation. It is important that the configuration files: .ovpn, .key .cert or .crt and .ca are in the same configuration directory.
Warning
It is important that the configuration files: .ovpn, .key .cert or .crt and .ca are in the same configuration directory.
Alert
It is the client's responsibility to back up VPN configuration files. All configuration and re-configuration is subject to charge according to Technical Support SLA.

If a Firewall is Installed:

  1. Add in green list (so that the firewall does NOT block) the following ports: 137/139 TCP, 445 TCP.
  2. Enable the ICMP PING Requests
  3. Enable connections through the VPN IP ranges.
  4. In the advanced settings of the Windows firewall, under domain, public and private, disable control over the Network interface (TAP) that virtually creates the VPN, usually named "Local Area Network 2".
  5. On the internal router, open port 1194 UDP, the complete list of Open Ports can be found here.
  6. Disable or properly configure any anti-virus so that it does not interfere with VPN print commands.
It is the responsibility of the client to allow the data exchange flow as defined in the above instructions.
Notes
In case our staff performs the installation, you agree that the windows firewall will be disabled and Avast will be configured with special parameters to allow connections. However. we are not responsible for the security of your computers.

Initial Connection

Manual Connection

Open the OpenVPN client GUI

From the Desktop

From the Windows Start menu


Once OpenVPN GUI is started, it will open in the Windows system tray (bottom right corner), locate the OpenVPN GUI icon , right click, and connect.

 

Automatic Connection: Configure the OpenVPN GUI client to connect to the Novohit Cloud VPN automatically at Windows startup

It is possible to configure the OpenVPN GUI client to connect to the Novohit Cloud VPN automatically. 
Enable the main connection in the shortcut.
Right click on OpenVPN GUI icon  and click on Properties:


In the Shortcut tab in the Target field at the end, add --connectavpnname.ovpn, example: 
"C:\Program Files\OpenVPN\bin\openvpn-1.x.x.exe" --connect vpnusmyvpnus01.ovpn


Configure OpenVPN to start on Windows startup.

Press Windows+R keys and type the command shell:startup


A directory will open where the OpenVPN GUI shortcut will be copied.


Although this step is not necessary for correct operation, it is recommended for better reference in the use of the VPN since the icon we recommend changing to is easier for users to recognize. To change the icon:
  1. Right click or right click on the OpenVPN GUI shortcut icon.
  2. Properties
  3. Shortcut
  4. Change Icon 
  5. Select the icon with the green screen

Restart the PC

When you reboot, you will notice that it should now connect to the VPN automatically.


Verify that the VPN is Connected.

In the Windows system tray (bottom right corner), validate that the OpenVPN GUI icon is turned on: . It is an icon in the form of a screen with a padlock. If the icon is green, it means that the VPN is connected. If it is black or red, it means that the VPN is disconnected.

VPN Connected

VPN Disconnected



In case of connection problems or failure

  1. Verify that the VPN is connected.
  2. Restart the PC
  3. Review the above steps to make a manual and automatic connection.
  4. Disable the Antivirus or add the VPN connection to the accepted list.
  5. Check with your local network consultant if there are any NAT restrictions blocking or redirecting VPN connections.
  6. Contact help.novohit.com

Additional Recommendations

Idea
Save a copy of the CRT, KEY, CA and OVPN files.

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