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Accessing Port Forwards from Local Networks

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By default, AZTCO-FW software does not redirect internally connected devices to reach forwarded ports and 1:1 NAT on WAN interfaces. If a client is trying to reach a service on port 80 or 443 (or the port a web interface is using if it has been changed), the connection will hit the web interface and they will be presented with a certificate error if the GUI is running HTTPS, and a DNS rebinding error since it’s an unrecognized hostname.

NAT Reflection employs techniques to redirect these connections if required. Split DNS is usually the better way if  it is possible on a network because it allows for retaining of the original source IP and avoids unnecessarily looping internal traffic through the firewall. Both are explained here.

Imported from the AZTCOFW knowledge base on 2026-09-05. Historical guidance may refer to older software versions. Confirm applicability before changing a production system.

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