Issue with forwarding ports
Issue with forwarding ports
You're facing a common issue when setting up port forwarding. It sounds like your router is expecting more details than what you've provided. Double-check that you're using the correct local IP address for your server and confirming the exact port range (7777-7778) you want to forward. Also, clarify whether you're using a private or public IP—public IPs are typically required for port forwarding. Review your router's settings or consult the official documentation for guidance on the right configuration.
Here’s a concise summary of each field you’ll need:
- **Custom Service Name**: A memorable name for your forwarding setup, easy to recall later.
- **Service**: The pre-set list of ports and protocols ready for port forwarding (e.g., HTTP uses port 80 over TCP).
- **Protocol**: Guidance on how to identify the correct protocol—check server docs or test with TCP/UDP if needed.
- **External Host**: A whitelist defining which IP addresses can access your server’s ports.
- **Internal Host**: The private IP address of the machine hosting the server (find via command prompt).
- **Internal Port**: The specific port your server uses (e.g., 25565 for Minecraft).
- **External Port**: The port you’ll expose to the internet, typically matching the internal port.
- **General Rule**: Keep internal and external ports aligned unless you’re managing multiple servers or changing defaults.
I can omit the external host but not the internal one. I managed to locate the manual online recently at https://d15yx0mnc9teae.cloudfront.net/si...es/RAC2V1S Sagemcom Wave 2.pdf
Remember, the server needs to be active for the port forwarding tests to function