PPTP Setup Guide for DD-WRT

1. Open Web browser and enter your DD-WRT router's IP (Default : 192.168.1.1) to access Admin Interface

2. After you are logged into Admin Interface, Go to Setup > Basic Setup

3. Under WAN Connection Type, Change Connection type from "Automatic DHCP" to "PPTP" and fill in the gateway and VPN details.

  • Connection Type : PPTP
  • Use DHCP: Yes
  • Gateway (PPTP Server) : us-la.switchnetwork.me (View All Available VPN Gateways)
  • User Name: Your VPN Username
  • Password: Your VPN Password
  • PPTP Encryption/MPPE Encryption: Enabled
  • Under Optional Settings, Change MTU from Auto to Manual and value as "1400"

4.Scroll down to "Network Address Server Setting (DHCP)"

  • Set Static DNS 1: 8.8.8.8
  • Set Statis DNS 2: 8.8.4.4


5. Scroll Down and Click on Apply Settings and Reboot the Router.

6. VPN will be connected in 2-3 minutes, once your router is rebooted.


If you require any assistance, Please feel free to contact support at support@switchvpn.net or on Live Chat. We are happy to help!

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