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Araknis Networks® 310 Series Router
User Interface Manual
Settings > Port Forwarding
Settings > Port Forwarding
The External Address field displays the WAN IP for the system.
Network ports direct trac between software applications running on network devices. Port numbers are
always associated with a host IP address and a protocol type, usually TCP, UDP, or both (TCP/UDP).
Network HTTP trac defaults to TCP port 80. When an address is entered in the web browser, the request
is automatically sent to port 80 unless a dierent port is appended to the address. For example, if you
access a device at IP address 192.168.1.20, the request actually processes as if you entered 192.168.1.20:80.
When software from LAN devices need access to and from the internet, additional ports may be forwarded
to the device to allow communication through the router firewall. Common uses for port forwarding include:
• Remote access for surveillance cameras and recorders
• Computer games and server applications
• Remote storage devices
• Remote access for network device user interfaces (WAPs, managed switches, power monitoring
devices)
Note – Many popular programs and protocols are set to use specific port numbers by default. For
instance, HTTPS services typically use port 443, and SMTP mail services typically use port 25.
Port Forwarding Section
A future firmware update will allow you to choose a dierent external address for each WAN made available.
Here you can set your protocl, the external port and WAN, and the internal target address for each port
you want to forward.
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