Overview

The Network Card is an essential component in an Edge Node deployment, providing a comprehensive overview and control of the device's network configuration. It is now redesigned and divided into categories to display more detailed information. This card allows you to view and adjust network parameters for all physical communication interfaces present on the device, including Ethernet, WiFi, and Mobile. Additionally, it provides access to advanced network settings such as VPN activation, proxy configuration, VLANs, and IPTables management. The Network Card is the central place to monitor and manage connectivity, ensuring the Edge Node operates securely and efficiently.

Network Management UI

Network Card

The Network Card shows all of the Edge Node's physical communication interfaces, grouped into categories such as Interfaces and Advanced settings. For each interface, the card displays:

• Interface IP address with a copy-to-clipboard icon.
• Interface name and status indicator (green for online, gray for offline).
• Editing icon to modify parameters.
• Additional options menu for advanced actions.
• Hostname of the device with last update timestamp and edit option.
• Interface filtering tabs to show all interfaces or only those in use.
• Advanced network features such as VPN status, Proxy, Standalone mode, and IPTables configuration with toggle switches or edit options.

This new design enhances usability by categorizing network elements and providing quick access to detailed settings.

Enable Rollback

The Enable Rollback parameter, available in all modals of the Network Card, allows Edge Nodes to detect loss of connection when an incorrect configuration is applied. If connectivity is lost, the node automatically reverts to the last known good configuration to restore network access. This feature enhances the security and reliability of the device by preventing misconfigurations from causing prolonged outages. It is highly recommended to keep Enable Rollback active when configuring the node to ensure safe and stable network operation.

How to adjust hostname

HOSTNAME Edit Pop-Up

The hostname is the unique identifier assigned to the Edge Node device on the network. It is used to identify the device within local networks and remote management systems. Configuring the hostname helps in organizing and managing multiple devices efficiently. To adjust the hostname:

1. Click the editing pencil icon next to the hostname displayed on the Network Card.
2. Enter the desired hostname in the pop-up window.
3. Click "Save" to apply the new hostname.

How to adjust Network Parameters

The Network Card displays all physical communication interfaces available on the device, including Ethernet, WiFi, and Mobile. Within this section, you can configure basic communication parameters such as DHCP, IP address, Netmask, Gateway, DNS servers, metrics, MTU, APN (for mobile interfaces), and more.

You can also define IP Aliases, which are additional IP addresses assigned to a single network interface. IP Aliases allow the device to respond to multiple IP addresses on the same physical interface, useful for hosting multiple services or segregating network traffic.

Multiple DNS servers can be added to provide redundancy and improve domain name resolution reliability. If the primary DNS server is unavailable, the system automatically queries the secondary DNS servers.

How to adjust an Ethernet Interface

Ethernet Interface Edit Pop-Up

1. From the Network Card, click the editing pencil icon next to the Ethernet interface you want to configure.
2. Modify parameters such as Metric, MTU, IP address (static or DHCP), Netmask, Gateway, IP Aliases, and DNS servers.
3. Enable or disable Enable Rollback as needed.
4. Click "Save" to apply changes.

How to adjust a WLAN Interface

WLAN Interface Edit Pop-Up

1. Click the editing pencil icon next to the WiFi interface.
2. Configure SSID, password, metric, DHCP settings, IP Aliases, and DNS servers.
3. Optionally mark the SSID as hidden.
4. Enable Enable Rollback for safety.
5. Click "Save" to apply changes.

How to adjust a Mobile Interface

Mobile Interface Edit Pop-Up

1. Click the editing pencil icon next to the Mobile interface.
2. Configure APN, user credentials, metric, IP address, Netmask, Gateway, and DNS.
3. Enable Enable Rollback.
4. Click "Save" to apply changes.

How to adjust VLAN

VLAN Edit Pop-Up

A VLAN (Virtual Local Area Network) is a logical subdivision of a physical network that allows devices to be grouped together even if they are not on the same physical network segment. VLANs improve network management, security, and traffic segmentation.

You can configure VLANs on the device by specifying:

• VLAN ID (a number between 1 and 4094)
• VLAN Name
• Metric and MTU
• IP configuration (static or DHCP)
• IP Aliases and multiple DNS servers

Enable Enable Rollback to protect against misconfiguration.

How to adjust Proxy

Proxy Edit Pop-Up

A Proxy acts as an intermediary between the Edge Node and the external network, controlling and filtering network traffic. It can be used for security, caching, or to enforce network policies.

In the Proxy settings, you can configure:

• URL of the proxy server
• User credentials for authentication
• Password for the proxy user

Enable Enable Rollback to ensure safe configuration changes.

Activate or deactivate the VPN

See also...

Learn how to activate or deactivate the VPN on your Edge Node in Configuring the VPN.

How to adjust IPTables

IPTables Edit Pop-Up

IPTables is a Linux firewall utility that allows you to configure rules for filtering and managing network traffic on the Edge Node. It is used to enhance security by controlling inbound and outbound connections.

You can configure IPTables rules directly on the node through this interface. The editor supports rule input, saving, and rollback protection.

Enable Enable Rollback to prevent loss of connectivity due to incorrect firewall rules.

See also...

Learn more about IPTables here.