
It's capability to be combined with an Active Directory user-database makes it a staple in the VPN setups. Another benefit is, that the standard HTTPS port rarely is blocked in any kind of setup, because this is the port used for normal VPN, meaning that it is very flexible in avoiding blocked ports. It's major benefit is that it runs via SSL/TLS protocol, so its first of all very secure. SSL VPN is a VPN setup which uses Zyxel's SecuExtender software. The guidelines below shall help you in finding the setting up the right product for your needs and help you with upcoming challenges! Let's use this opportunity to make your home-office-setup a true success story! SSL VPN (via SecuExtender software client) You may have already received guidelines/instructions from your employer or client, which VPN type is to be used or established.

IPSec VPN offers a more sophisticated setup in terms of security settings (but may require a software client installation depending on IKE type and ciphers used).SSL VPN is more flexible than the others due to using the standard HTTPS port (avoiding potentially blocked ports by local internet service provider).L2TP over IPSec VPN mostly is not as secure as the IPSec Client (but still secure for bigger companies to fully rely on, so do not worry), but is supported by nearly all client platforms without additional client software and/or license needed.

When it comes to remote VPN access, there are three major VPN types supported by Zyxel to choose from:Īll of these vpn types have different security levels and advantages:
