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When I login to Fios router from wan ip 96.246.XX.XXX I get 403 but when accessing from lan its Fine
Mrdogo21
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Fios router 403 when accessing from wan ip but 192.168.1.1 works fine

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Re: When I login to Fios router from wan ip 96.246.XX.XXX I get 403 but when accessing from lan its
gs0b
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WAN access to the web UI is off by default.  Turn it on in advanced settings, if you must.  Be sure to use a secure password.

I recommend leaving it off, as it's a security risk.  Many router features can be managed through the Verizon app.

Enjoy.

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Re: When I login to Fios router from wan ip 96.246.XX.XXX I get 403 but when accessing from lan its
gs0b
Super User
Super User

WAN access to the web UI is off by default.  Turn it on in advanced settings, if you must.  Be sure to use a secure password.

I recommend leaving it off, as it's a security risk.  Many router features can be managed through the Verizon app.

Enjoy.

Re: When I login to Fios router from wan ip 96.246.XX.XXX I get 403 but when accessing from lan its
Mrdogo21
Newbie

Where in advanced settings can I do that 

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Re: When I login to Fios router from wan ip 96.246.XX.XXX I get 403 but when accessing from lan its
gs0b
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"Remote Access."