TP-Link SafeStream Multi-WAN VPN routers are a powerful VPN solution for small-medium businesses. Thanks to seamless integration with TP-Link's Omada SDN platform, SafeStream routers can also be managed centrally and remotely - with a practical smartphone app for on the go.
In this guide, we show you step-by-step how to set up a VPN connection to your SafeStream router using IPsec IKEv2 VPN to get secure remote access on your Mac, iPhone or iPad.
Set up IKEv2 IPsec VPN for TP-Link SafeStream
Create a new IPsec policy
In the user interface of your TP-Link SafeStream router, go to VPN > IPsec > IPsec Policy, where you can begin setting up IPsec VPN for your device.
Click Add to get started:
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Add a new IPsec policy
Enter your VPN settings
You will now see a setup window for your new VPN policy. Fill out the initial fields with your connection settings:
- Policy Name: Choose an identifiable name for your VPN tunnel
- Mode: Select Client-to-LAN from the dropdown
- WAN: Select WAN from the dropdown
- Local Subnet: Enter the LAN address range you will be using for the VPN
- Pre-shared Key: Here you can enter a secure password for your VPN connection which you will need to enter later in the VPN client in order to connect
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Add your initial VPN settings
Add advanced VPN settings
Click Advanced Settings to expand the next section. Then, fill out the phase one settings as demonstrated:
- IKE Protocol Version: Select IKEv2
- Negotiation Mode: Change to Responder Mode, then enter your IP address pool for the VPN
- Local ID Type: Choose IP address
- Remote ID Type: Choose IP address
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Add your phase 1 settings
Finally, under Phase 2, click OK to save your new IKEv2 IPSec VPN tunnel:
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Save your new VPN
You will now be able to view your new IPsec VPN policy in the overview:
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Configured IPsec policy
Connect to TP-Link SafeStream IKEv2 VPN on Mac, iPhone, iPad
In order to connect to your new VPN, you will need a VPN client. VPN Tracker is the best VPN client for Mac and iOS and is fully compatible with TP-Link SafeStream IPSec VPN (IKEv1 & IKEv2) – providing you secure remote access to your SafeStream on Mac, iPhone, and iPad.
Get connected to TP-Link SafeStream VPN in 3 steps:
- Open the VPN Tracker connection creator for TP-Link SafeStream and create a free account
- Open the configuration and enter your device's public (WAN) IP address or hostname
- Finally, under Authentication, add the Pre-shared Key you configured on your device, and save your connection in your account via secure end-to-end encryption for access on all your devices
Your VPN Tracker benefits
- Secure remote access to your company network, home office, and Smart Home - all in one app
- Use your own VPN gateway
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Ready-made profiles for 300+ VPN devices
- Configuration wizard for a smooth and fast setup
- For Mac, iPhone, iPad
- Discover all features
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