How to Set Up Peplink SpeedFusion VPN

Introduction: Peplink's SpeedFusion technology enables the bonding of multiple internet connections to enhance bandwidth, reliability, and seamless failover. This guide provides step-by-step instructions to configure a SpeedFusion VPN, allowing efficient data transmission across various WAN links.

Prerequisites:

• Compatible Devices: Ensure you have at least two SpeedFusion-capable devices, such as the Peplink Balance series (e.g., Balance 210 and above) or the Peplink MAX series (e.g., MAX HD series).
• Firmware Update: Verify that your devices are running the latest firmware to access all SpeedFusion features.
• Public IP Address: At least one device should have a public IP address (static preferred) or be registered with a Dynamic DNS (DDNS) service.

Configuring SpeedFusion Manually via Web Admin:

1. Assign Local ID:
   • Log in to the Web Admin Interface of each device.
   • Navigate to Network > SpeedFusion.
   • Click on New Profile and assign a unique Local ID to each device.
2. Profile Setup:
   • Name the profile to identify the VPN connection.
   • Enter the Remote ID corresponding to the Local ID of the peer device.
   • Input the WAN IP address or DDNS hostname of the remote device.
   • Select the WAN connections to be used for this profile and set their priorities.
3. Save and Apply:
   • Save the profile and click Apply Changes to establish the connection.

Configuring SpeedFusion via InControl 2 (Cloud Management):

1. Access InControl 2:
   • Log in to your InControl2 account.
   • Navigate to the organization or group level where your devices are managed.
2. Create New Profile:
   • Go to PepVPN/SpeedFusion > Configuration.
   • Click Add Profile and choose the desired topology (e.g., Point-to-Point, Star, Full Mesh).
3. Select Devices:
   • Assign roles to devices (e.g., Hub, Endpoint) based on your network design.
   • Configure WAN connection priorities and any additional settings as needed.
4. Save and Apply:
   • Save the profile and apply changes to push the configuration to all selected devices.

Verifying the Connection:

• Status Monitoring:
  • In the Web Admin Interface, navigate to Status > SpeedFusion to view connection status and performance metrics.
  • For InControl 2, use the SpeedFusion Status to monitor connections across your deployment.

Additional Considerations:

• Firewall Settings:
  • If devices are behind a firewall, ensure that TCP port 32015 and UDP port 4500 are open to allow SpeedFusion traffic.
• Layer 2 Bridging:
  • For networks requiring Layer 2 connectivity, SpeedFusion supports Layer 2 VPN configurations, enabling seamless bridging of LAN segments across sites.

Visual Tutorial: For a visual walkthrough and more detailed instructions, consider watching the following tutorial:

Support | How to Set up a SpeedFusion VPN

By following these steps, you can establish a robust SpeedFusion VPN, optimizing your network's performance and reliability.