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Port Triggering Guide
Note: An added benefit of Port Triggering is you do not need to worry about ip addresses.
When using port triggering with applications that don't make outbound
connections you can use my free
Port Triggering
Initiator to make the connections to trigger the ports for you.
Step 1.
Open your favorite web browser and input your routers ip address in the address bar.
Please note that you must have the http:// in order to connect to your
router/modem properly.
Need help finding you router IP address? Click here
Step 2.
Put in your username and password, then click 'Log In'
If you don't know it you can check our list of default router and modem password list here.
If you have changed it and don't remember it you may have to reset your device to factory default using the reset button on most routers.
Step 3.
Next click on "Advanced"
Once the page has loaded click on "Application"
Step 4.
Wait for the page to load then give your entry a name in "Application Name"
For "Triggered Port Range" enter in the ports to be used as a trigger.
Example: 3000-4000
Next choose your "Trigger Protocol"
In "Public Port" enter the ports to be forwarded.
Example: 4000-5000
Next choose your "Public Protocol"
Be sure to check "Enabled"
Repeat this steps for any more ports you want to be used as a trigger.
Click "Apply"
All Done!