Unable to reach the unturned server using my public IP address.
Unable to reach the unturned server using my public IP address.
I experimented with this and discovered something intriguing. When using my public IP (###.###.###.###) and :27015 in the browser, it takes roughly 30 seconds and returns ERR_CONNECTION_TIMED_OUT. Switching to any other open port makes it load instantly but shows ERR_CONNECTION_REFUSED. I tested this with two open ports and got the same error, then tried two closed ports and also received the same response.
The delay indicates no response from the device despite a connection, possibly due to a misconfiguration or incorrect IP. It might stem from firewall settings on the server or network issues. Checking the photo reference helps clarify if the number was intended.
This was a typo, and I located the issue. The server I’m using doesn’t support connections through the public IP it’s running on. That means any device in my local network can’t reach it, but when I tried elsewhere—like connecting my laptop to my mobile hotspot—I worked. I discovered that using my public IP allows others to connect, so I have to connect from my home LAN using 192.168.0.185. Everyone else can still access it via my public IP, which is why I figured if I couldn’t connect with the public IP, no one could. Thanks for your help!
Did you mention the server acted as your main computer? If you had a separate dedicated machine for the server and another for connecting through public IP, how did that work or not? Have you attempted this setup?
I’m considering only a few possibilities that could explain this issue—a MAC address mismatch, an IP-related problem, or conflicting protocols between your networks and the server’s traffic handling. It’s hard to say for sure without more details. If the server shows error messages during connection attempts, it might help identify the real cause. Be sure to turn on both router and server firewalls and add any necessary UDP/TCP exceptions.