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How do I configure web-administered Linux firewalls?

Well, to be honest... if you've got a setup like this, you probably shouldn't need much help! However, here's an overview of how to set up port forwarding for Shareaza on Smoothwall, IPCop and similar products.

Step 1 First, you need to know the IP of the local machine- your LAN IP.

You can check this in the Windows network setup, and it will usually be 10.x.x.x or 192.168.x.x You might have a dynamic IP: One assigned by your network. In that case, you may have to update the port forwarding when the lease expires. You could also set your network with static IPs, if you prefer.

Step 2 Next, you need to know the port Shareaza is using. It is found in Settings > Connection, and usually defaults to 6346. It might be wise to change it to another high-numbered port to reduce the risks of port blocking, and you should make sure the "random port" option is not ticked. Remember the port you select here.

Step 3 Now you need to use your web browser to open your firewall's confirguration page, and go to the port forwarding section.

File:Sw-setup1.png

• Click the services buton
• Click the port forwarding tab.

Other distributions are fairly similar, and the help will give you greater detail if needed.

Step 4 Once in the port forwarding section, you will need to add two new rules: One to forward TCP on the port Shareaza is using to your local machine, and one forward UDP on the port Shareaza is using to your local machine.

File:Sw-setup2.png

In the add new rule section:

• Select TCP.
• Input the port Raza is using for both source and destination ports.
• Enter your machine's LAN IP as the destination IP.
• Click 'Add'. The first rule is now complete.
• Select UDP.
• Input the port Raza is using for both source and destination ports.
• Enter your machine's LAN IP as the destination IP.
• Click 'Add'. The second rule is now complete.

Shareaza should now be able to receive connections from the internet.

There may be slight differences between various products, but the basics remain the same. You can also get further information from your firewall's help system, if required.