Is it possible to use a VPN on a mag 254 device? Really like IPTV and would like to use it on a dedi box but I really don't feel comfortable using it while exposing my IP address
Is it possible to use a VPN on a mag 254 device? Really like IPTV and would like to use it on a dedi box but I really don't feel comfortable using it while exposing my IP address
Please keep in mind there are some IPTV services that will not allow you to use VPN. They do this to prevent multi-room abuse.
So as you do research make sure you picking one that allows you to do this.
I could be wrong, and please someone correct me if that is the case, but I think there is also a technical reason why you can't use a VPN with some providers and the MAG 254 box. We have to remember that the MAG box is authorized by MAC address, so in theory you can be anywhere in the world and still watch TV. I think it doesn't work with VPNs sometimes because of UDP / Multicast protocol that certain providers use. I have an Asus AC3100 with Merlin flashed on it, and when I turn on the VPN at the router level (I use NordVPN), certain IPTV providers simply do not work with my MAG 254. My current provider seems to work however, so it really depends.
Get a router that supports OpenVPN and wire it to your MAG.
Much better solution. :)