I'm having trouble figuring out how to connect to my Windows EC2 instance using Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) while NordVPN is active. Since NordVPN changes my IP, I'm not sure if that's causing the connection issues. I've looked around for answers but can't find any solid guidance. Any help would be greatly appreciated!
2 Answers
You might want to check if NordVPN offers a dedicated IP option since that could help with consistent access to your EC2 instance. Just keep in mind that it typically comes with an extra cost. If remote access is critical for you, it could be worth considering.
Connecting through the EC2's internal private IP could be a solution, or using the default gateway might work too. But if you're still having issues, it could be more complicated than that. Just ensure that the required ports are open in your security group settings. Sometimes, it helps to double-check everything since one small detail can mess up the connection.
Yeah, dedicated IPs can definitely make things easier. But I totally understand sticking with the regular version if you’re trying to save some cash!