Remote Access to ACTAtek Device via Port Forwarding

1. Purpose

This article explains how to configure remote access to an ACTAtek device through the Internet by using the Port Forwarding function on an ADSL router.

2. Scope

This guide applies to ACTAtek devices installed behind an ADSL router where the client wishes to access the device remotely from outside the local network.

3. Prerequisites

Before proceeding, ensure the following information is available:

• ACTAtek device local IP address
• Router administrator login credentials
• HTTP port used by the ACTAtek device
• Internet connection with public IP access

4. Procedure

Step 1: Log in to the ADSL Router

Access the administrator page of the ADSL router using a web browser.

Step 2: Enable Port Forwarding

Locate the Port Forwarding or Virtual Server function in the router settings and create a forwarding rule for the ACTAtek device.

Example configuration:

• External Port: 8080
• Internal Port: 80
• Internal IP Address: 192.168.1.100

This means that any request received on the router’s public IP address at port 8080 will be redirected to port 80 of the ACTAtek device.

After completing the setup, save the configuration and allow the router to reboot if required.

Step 3: Check the Public IP Address

Open the following website to identify the current public IP address assigned to the router:

http://whatismyipaddress.com/

Example:

10.190.120.203

Step 4: Access the ACTAtek Device Remotely

From a smartphone or any external device connected to the Internet, enter the public IP address and forwarded port in the browser address bar.

Example:

http://10.190.120.203:8080

If the configuration is correct, the ACTAtek device web interface should be displayed, allowing remote management access.

5. Notes

• If the Internet service does not provide a fixed public IP address, the public IP may change from time to time.
• If the public IP changes, the remote access URL must be updated accordingly.
• Some Internet service providers may block certain ports. If remote access fails, check with the ISP or try another external port.
• Ensure that the selected port is allowed by the router firewall settings.
• For security reasons, it is recommended to use strong administrator passwords and limit remote access whenever possible.

6. Troubleshooting

Issue: Unable to access the ACTAtek device remotely

Please check the following:

• Confirm that the ACTAtek device is accessible within the local network
• Confirm that the correct internal IP address has been entered in the port forwarding rule
• Confirm that the correct external port is being used
• Confirm that the public IP address is current
• Confirm that the router firewall or ISP is not blocking the configured port

Issue: Public IP address keeps changing

This usually occurs when the Internet connection uses a dynamic public IP address instead of a fixed public IP address.

7. Reference

The following article provides additional general information regarding port forwarding:

General Port Forwarding Guide