How to check the version of OpenVPN on an AsusWRT-running router

When having the VPN setup on router level, some connection issues could be caused by the version of OpenVPN. Specifically, if you are using version 2.4.x, you should encounter no OpenVPN-related problems.

In case you have OpenVPN 2.3.x, you'll need to either upgrade your router firmware or switch to AsusWRT-Merlin in order to use NordVPN.


1. After you have logged into the control panel of your router, select VPN in the left sidebar menu.


AsusWRT router admin panel with VPN highlighted in the left sidebar under Advanced Settings

2. Press on the VPN Client tab at the top of the page.


AsusWRT router VPN page with the VPN Client tab highlighted

3. Now, next to the VPN profile, click on 'Activate'. 

AsusWRT VPN Client list showing a NordVPN OpenVPN profile with the Activate button

4. Now, head to System Log. You will see a detailed indication of your connection status. Scroll to the top, that's where you'll find the OpenVPN version.

AsusWRT router admin panel with System Log highlighted in the Advanced Settings sidebar
AsusWRT System Log General Log page with OpenVPN version 2.4.7 highlighted in the connection log entries

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