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Error (Error code 1) Connection to the server failed

Posted: Mon Feb 17, 2025 6:45 am
by foxboi
Hi team,

I got a request from 3 to 4 inhouse users to configure the Softether VPN. I configure the vpn as per the PDF but when the user is entering the password there is an error "Error (Error code 1) Connection to the server failed. Check network connection and make sure that address and port number of destination server are correct". and post then it prompts for username and password again and again. Mentioned troubleshooting steps has been performed:

- Checked the version of softAther vpn client manager- 4.43 (Build 9799)
- Checked the port 1194 - Its opened
- Checked connecting on Local LAN/ WIFI - not able to connect as the same error comes
- Checked connecting mobile hotspot- still not able to connect

Waiting for your response.

Re: Error (Error code 1) Connection to the server failed

Posted: Mon Feb 17, 2025 7:38 am
by solo
Port 1194 is conventionally used by OpenVPN, whereas you connect there with a SE client.

Re: Error (Error code 1) Connection to the server failed

Posted: Mon Feb 17, 2025 8:13 am
by foxboi
Could you please direct me with the steps to locate SE client?

Re: Error (Error code 1) Connection to the server failed

Posted: Mon Feb 17, 2025 8:33 am
by solo
In other words, you are attempting to use SoftEther client on a likely OpenVPN port. What "the PDF" were you referring to?

Re: Error (Error code 1) Connection to the server failed

Posted: Mon Feb 17, 2025 8:47 am
by foxboi
The Port 1194 is already opened on firewall. Please find the attached PDF which I am referring to. I have attached in the png form as unable to attach PDF.

Re: Error (Error code 1) Connection to the server failed

Posted: Mon Feb 17, 2025 9:21 am
by solo
Try a SoftEther client connecting to default "TCP Ports: 443, 992 and 5555" as specified in https://www.softether.org/3-spec
Try an OpenVPN client on (UDP) 1194.
Otherwise, you need to follow the PDF guide precisely or ask the VPS for support.

Re: Error (Error code 1) Connection to the server failed

Posted: Mon Feb 17, 2025 9:49 am
by foxboi
Could you please help me with the email or contact number of VPS support

Re: Error (Error code 1) Connection to the server failed

Posted: Mon Feb 17, 2025 10:08 am
by solo
No, but here is a SoftEther VPN which you and your in-house mates could use immediately https://www.vpngate.net/en/howto_softether.aspx#windows

Re: Error (Error code 1) Connection to the server failed

Posted: Mon Feb 17, 2025 11:49 am
by foxboi
this link is not working https://www.vpngate.net/en/howto_softether.aspx#windows Guys it would be better if you provide the technical support contact number or email to reach..All the users are affected on this one

Re: Error (Error code 1) Connection to the server failed

Posted: Mon Feb 17, 2025 12:12 pm
by foxboi
Also can you remove above 2 PDF images?

Re: Error (Error code 1) Connection to the server failed

Posted: Mon Feb 17, 2025 12:14 pm
by solo
Everything is working perfectly.

SoftEther has nothing to do with your vpn.arge-sk.org nor its support issues.