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[Dedicatedone]

Hey guys,

We need to set up a vpn-split tunnel to connect to SoftLayer's private network (to use the API) from a server that is located outside of SoftLayer (and hence doesn't have access to the private network by default).

What I want to know is:

1. Is it possible to set up a split tunnel vpn so that only traffic going to SoftLayer's private network will go through the vpn tunnel, and all other network traffic will use the default internet connection.
2. If this is possible, will it affect inbound traffic to the server (It is a hosting server).
3. Are there any recommended applications for a linux server to do this split tunnel vpn?
4. How challenging is it to install/configure such a setup?

Please post what you think here and PM me with your pricing and timeline you'd require.

Thanks guys.

[MaximSupport]

Dear Dedicatedone,

It can be done by using OpenVPN or OpenSWAN. If you need my assistance you can contact me directly.

Best Regards.

[Slothie]

1. Is it possible to set up a split tunnel vpn so that only traffic going to SoftLayer's private network will go through the vpn tunnel, and all other network traffic will use the default internet connection.
Yes, it is.

2. If this is possible, will it affect inbound traffic to the server (It is a hosting server).
No, it won't.

3. Are there any recommended applications for a linux server to do this split tunnel vpn?
I suppose openvpn would be the easiest setup to implement.

4. How challenging is it to install/configure such a setup?
Not too challenging if you have some experience with openVPN. I'd estimate it'd take me around 2-3 hours to set things up and test functionality.