Plex isn't reaching pfSense correctly.
Plex isn't reaching pfSense correctly.
Hi! I see the issue with your pfSense setup. You're trying to allow Plex from your main LAN to your IoT LAN while blocking all private networks, but you're encountering a "connection refused" error. It might help to double-check the VLAN configurations and ensure the correct subnets are assigned. Also verify that Plex is properly set up for those VLANs. Let me know if you need further guidance!
It's generally not advised to route traffic across subnets, as it can heavily stress the router by managing both Plex streaming and your regular internet connection. This setup also adds complexity since Plex sends its broadcast out to the local network, making forwarding difficult. If you still want to proceed, consider missing elements like NAT and proper outbound rules that allow LAN-to-NAT communication with IoT devices. These are often overlooked because automatic rules appear in place from LAN to WAN, but manual or hybrid rules become necessary when NAT is done within the same local network.
It was a subnetting problem. I don’t mind the extra load on the firewall. With gigabit support, I’m using IPS and traffic filtering, and the CPU usage stays under 5%. Besides, layer 3 switching is already in place, so it’s not my main worry. Thanks for the advice!
Certainly, providing precise information helps ensure clarity for anyone encountering the same problem later.