pfSense WAN Failover Setup | Dual WAN Failover Tutorial 2024

How to Setup Dual WAN Failover on pfSense. If you're seeking a reliable solution to maintain an uninterrupted internet connection by automatically switching between two (or more) WAN connections in case one fails, you've come to the right place.

This step-by-step guide will walk you through the entire process of configuring dual WAN failover on your pfSense firewall, ensuring your network remains up and running, no matter what.

From understanding the basics of WAN failover to advanced configuration settings, we've got you covered. Watch as we dive into pfSense's powerful features, demonstrate the setup process in a clear and concise manner, and provide you with tips and tricks to optimise your failover system.

Perfect for businesses and home users alike, this tutorial is designed to help you achieve maximum network reliability and performance. Don't let a failed internet connection disrupt your activities - learn how to set up dual WAN failover on pfSense from @NetgateOfficial

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Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
00:33 - pfSense Dual WAN Setup Overview
02:35 - Configuring the Monitor IP for Dual WAN Interfaces
05:13 - Setting up Gateway Groups for WAN Failover
07:25 - Setting pfSense Default Gateway
08:30 - Testing pfSense WAN Failover
11:48 - Optional Policy Based Routing (choosing which devices to failover)
13:08 - Final Comments - please support the channel

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[slipnfall]

Your videos are always very helpful - straight and to the point.

I just read recently there is a long running and known issue with pfsense not properly reverting back to primary gateway - instead continuing to use backup. Are you aware of this? It seems to be working for you. I wonder how existing open connections are handled - perhaps the issue (I'm speculating I haven't read in any detail) is existing connections remain open using the gateway they were opened on? Until that socket is closed? This is obviously an issue when folks are using a metered connection for backup.

I'd be interested in seeing some rule/routing configs based on current gateway - for instance to restrict traffic on failover to critical devices and/or services only.

[ToxicwasteProductions]

What happens if you have port forwards and run a server? Does the port forwards follow along with the no-ip adress?

[erapsky]

sir regarding in the last part of your video i am confused about in setting up in a firewall rules the gateway i tried the failover even im not set on the firewall rules the failover is also working so what is the difference if i set on the firewall rules?

[hamzaasbai]

Can you make video, without loading balancing and failover, thank you