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I am creating a network address object assigned to the VPN zone. The network is 10.0.3.0 and the netmask I am using is 255.255.254.0. The other network is configured as 10.0.3.3/23 so I am just trying to match it. When I create the address object it says &quot;invalid netmask&quot;<br />
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I have another address object that is similar, it is 10.0.0.0 with a netmask of 255.255.254.0 and it works.
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I am creating a network address object assigned to the VPN zone. The network is 10.0.3.0 and the netmask I am using is 255.255.254.0. The other network is configured as 10.0.3.3/23 so I am just trying to match it. When I create the address object it says "invalid netmask"

I have another address object that is similar, it is 10.0.0.0 with a netmask of 255.255.254.0 and it works.

SonicWALL Enhanced OS saying invalid netmask on network address object?

A virtual private network (VPN) is a network that uses a public telecommunication infrastructure, such as the Internet, to provide remote offices or travelling users access to a central organizational network securely. VPNs encapsulate data transfers using secure cryptographic methods and other security mechanisms to ensure that only authorized users can access the network and that the data cannot be intercepted.

Hardware-based firewalls provide more sophisticated protection for inbound and outbound traffic than the simple Windows software firewall or the basic NAT firewalls found in routers. These devices implement techniques such as stateful packet inspection, deep packet inspection, and content filtering; and may include built-in antivirus and anti-malware protection.

Hardware Firewalls

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