[ched999uk]

Trying to forward port 8080 to a fixed IP of 192.168.1.152 on my router but it wont work.
Laptop I am testing from connected to the same router but trying to test remote connection. I have set the following up:
Under Nat/Port Mapping:

Type: Customization
Interface: nas_0_38
Protocol: TCP/UDP
Remote Host:
External start port: 8080
External end port: 8080
Internal host 192.168.1.152
Internal port: 8080
Mapping name: Test

I have also disabled UPnP

I then type in my external ip address and the port eg: 88.109.101.11:8080
Without the port it works as I get the router so I have correct IP address.
Tried with ie9 and Firefox 7. Same in both no connection with port number.

Any ideas?
I know the old HG532 had 'issues' but please tell me that the new HG533 will work and I am just doing something wrong?

Thanks

[pbarrass]

Hi ched,

Not all routers have the ability to loopback internal connections via port forwarding (though I have no idea on your particular router). If you'd like to test it you'll need to attempt connecting from 'outside' - you can do this using a VPN for example.

(I did try the IP/port you posted, but that didn't work - not sure if that's because your setup isn't working, or if that's not the real address)

[ched999uk]

Thanks for the info. My external IP address is not as posted. I thought it was best not to post true IP address on public forum
I will try with my phone.
Cheers

[ched999uk]

Just tried using mobile phone and it works. Thanks very much. Interesting bit is that phone was on wifi and connected to same router as laptop (also on same wifi). But only phone works!!!

Anyway it works that's main thing.

Thanks.