/ip pool add name=vpn-pool ranges=192.168.100.2-192.168.100.100 /ppp profile add name="l2tp-profile" local-address=192.168.100.1 remote-address=vpn-pool dns-server=8.8.8.8 use-encryption=required /interface l2tp-server server set enabled=yes default-profile="l2tp-profile" use-ipsec=yes ipsec-secret=MySecretKey123 /ppp secret add name=admin password=ChangeMe service=l2tp profile="l2tp-profile" /ip firewall filter add chain=input protocol=udp dst-port=500,4500 action=accept /ip firewall filter add chain=input protocol=ipsec-esp action=accept /ip firewall filter add chain=input protocol=udp dst-port=1701 action=accept /ip firewall filter add chain=forward src-address=192.168.100.0/24 action=accept /ip firewall nat add chain=srcnat src-address=192.168.100.0/24 action=masquerade
First, you need a range of IP addresses that will be assigned to your remote VPN clients. This should be outside your main DHCP range to avoid conflicts. IP > Pool Action: Click + Name: vpn-pool l2tp server mikrotik
By following this setup, you gain a secure, encrypted tunnel that allows you to access local files and services as if you were sitting directly in the office or at home. AI responses may include mistakes. Learn more /ip pool add name=vpn-pool ranges=192
After running, your L2TP/IPsec VPN is ready to use. AI responses may include mistakes
Next, configure the L2TP server settings:
To secure the L2TP connection with IPSec, follow these steps:
You must allow L2TP, IPsec, and NAT traffic.