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[ForkTailedDevil]

I just recently moved and am no longer able to direct connect to my modem. Anyway I can no longer host online missions. From what I understand I need to open ports on my router but I have been unsuccesful in doing this. I have a D-Link router DI-634M.

[ForkTailedDevil]

I just recently moved and am no longer able to direct connect to my modem. Anyway I can no longer host online missions. From what I understand I need to open ports on my router but I have been unsuccesful in doing this. I have a D-Link router DI-634M.

[dbillo]

www.portforward.com

Look up make and model of your router for detailed instructions on forwarding the required ports.

In fact, here is the exact page you need:

http://www.portforward.com/english/routers/port_forward...4M/IL2-Sturmovik.htm

[ForkTailedDevil]

I already knew about this site, in fact I was using it to try and get it working. Anyway I will try again. Thanks

[dbillo]

If you've followed those instructions already, then possibly the problem is something other than port forwarding. Antivirus programs and software firewalls can also block connections.

Why don't you describe a bit, what you've done, and what happens when someone tries to connect to your server?

[ForkTailedDevil]

My only change has been buying a router and USB antenna to connect to the internet instead of being directly connected to the modem. I don't run a antivirus program so I am sure that isn't it. I also haven't changed any of my firewall settings since I moved.

[dbillo]

USB antenna....hmmmm....is that like a network interface card?

Run il2setup.exe and look on the Network tab. Do you see a pulldown there for IP Address, with a couple of selections? If so, you may have to select your private IP address there, the one you have forwarded the port 21000 to.

[ForkTailedDevil]

Well I have made a few changes I guess I will see how they work. Thanks for your help.