Can I Add a NAT Gateway to My Existing Azure Virtual Network Gateway?

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Asked By CloudNinja42 On

I'm wondering if it's possible to add a NAT Gateway to an existing Virtual Network Gateway in Azure. I understand that the VNG is mainly for VPN or ExpressRoute connections, and it seems like NAT Gateways are solely for outbound connections from a subnet. Is there a way to configure this without disrupting existing services?

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Answered By TechGuru99 On

It's not as straightforward as it sounds! The Virtual Network Gateway (VNG) is designed for VPN or ExpressRoute, meaning it doesn't handle outbound traffic to the internet. On the other hand, a NAT Gateway is specifically for managing outbound traffic from a subnet. So, if you're looking to direct internet-bound traffic while still maintaining your existing VNG, that could be tricky.

Answered By AzureWizard27 On

Great question! However, it seems adding a NAT Gateway to a GatewaySubnet isn't typically supported. If your goal is to allow outbound traffic with a fixed public IP, consider using Azure Firewall or a Network Virtual Appliance (NVA) instead. You would set up a Route Table on the GatewaySubnet to guide traffic to the firewall or NVA, which can then egress via a public IP. Just a heads-up, rules will need to be in place to allow that traffic through the firewall.

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