Fast at Over 130Mbps: Building Outline VPN on ABLENET VPS
People who want to browse the internet through a VPN are becoming more common.
Using a VPN (Virtual Private Network) improves security and also lets you access Japan-only services and content from overseas.
That said, you naturally worry about the speed and safety of a VPN connection.
The best way to get a safe and fast VPN connection is to build your own VPN environment. To do that, you need a server environment for the VPN. This time, I built a VPN environment using ABLENET VPS
and Outline VPN.
Why I Recommend ABLENET VPS
The biggest reason I chose ABLENET VPS
is its stability.
- Operating history: It is one of Japan's top long-established server companies, with more than 25 years in operation. Its VPS service has also been available since 2011.
- Uptime: An uptime of over 99.99% gives you clear, measurable peace of mind.
- Traffic allowance: It also offers unlimited data transfer, making it ideal for use as a VPN.
In Japan, Xserver and Sakura Internet also offer VPS services, but ABLENET is no less reliable. Unlimited data transfer may be standard at many server companies now, but ABLENET was one of the pioneers.
This information appeared on the official site in the past, but it seems there was even a power user on ABLENET who used 25TB in a single month. You could truly say that the data transfer really was unlimited.
So if you expect heavy data usage for things like watching movies and video content or doing programming work, I recommend building your VPN on ABLENET VPS.
ABLENET VPS is a stable VPS with 99.99% uptime, even though it is affordably priced. It offers a wide range of plans, from the accessible V0 plan with 0.5GB of memory to the high-spec V5 plan with 16GB of memory, so you can find the right option for your needs.
What Is Outline VPN? A Simple VPN Setup Even Beginners Can Understand
VPN (Virtual Private Network) is a technology that creates an encrypted tunnel across the internet and prevents eavesdropping and tampering by third parties. By routing your traffic through a VPN server, it can also hide your real IP address and improve anonymity.
Outline VPN is designed to make this kind of VPN connection extremely simple.
"Outline" is a free and easy application from Jigsaw, a company under Google, that lets you connect through a VPN. Even if you have never set up a VPN before, you can get started in just a few clicks.
This time, I am using Outline VPN so that anyone can build a VPN easily.
Build Outline VPN on ABLENET VPS in 6 Easy Steps
Now, let me walk you through the actual process of building Outline VPN on ABLENET VPS
in detail.
Step 1: Get Started with ABLENET VPS
If you have not yet signed up for ABLENET VPS
, take care of that first.
- STEP.1Choose a plan on ABLENET VPS
Go to ABLENET VPS
and click "Apply."You can choose either a Windows plan or a VPS plan. For this VPN setup, use the VPS plan. I recommend the V1 plan with no initial fee and fast SSD storage.
Start with the V1 plan, and if it feels underspecified later, upgrade to V2 or V3. After your service begins, you can request a spec upgrade from the ABLE panel.
For the payment method, using the credit-card trial period is fine.
Review the terms of use and check the box.
Click "Proceed to select the contract term."
- STEP.2Select the contract term
An annual contract is the better deal for the server term. Since we are using the VPS plan this time, no options are needed.
After filling it in, click "Proceed to the estimate screen." Review the estimate, and if everything looks fine, click "Proceed to enter applicant information."
- STEP.3Enter applicant information
Enter your name, address, and other applicant details. Continue to the order review screen and submit the application.
- STEP.4Enter payment information
If you are paying by credit card, enter the cardholder information and other required details. If everything is correct, click "Confirm order" to submit.
Once you receive the email with your VPS information, the application is complete.
Step 2: Install Outline Manager - Simple Setup
Next, install Outline Manager on your computer so you can configure and manage the VPN server.
- STEP.1Visit the official Outline site
Go to Outline.
- STEP.2Download Outline Manager
From the "Get Outline Manager" section, download the version of Outline Manager that matches your computer's OS (Windows, macOS, or Linux).
- STEP.3Install
Run the downloaded file and follow the on-screen instructions to install Outline Manager.
Step 3: Build an Outline Server on Your VPS with Outline Manager
Use Outline Manager to install an Outline server on ABLENET VPS
.
- STEP.1Launch Outline Manager
After installation is complete, launch Outline Manager.
- STEP.2Click "Set up server"
When you launch it for the first time, the server setup screen appears. Click "Set up server."
- STEP.3Select "Set up Outline anywhere"
You will see the cloud provider selection screen. Choose "Set up Outline anywhere."
- STEP.4Enter the installation command
The screen displays the command used to install the Outline server on your VPS. Enter this command manually.
Hikaru OnoBecause you cannot copy and paste it, be careful not to make any mistakes.
- STEP.5Run the command
- Installation can take several minutes. Watch the messages shown on screen carefully and wait until it finishes.
- You may be asked a few questions along the way, but in most cases pressing Enter to accept the default choice is fine.
- STEP.6Enter the information in Outline Manager
After the installation is complete, Outline Manager shows a screen where you enter the "Server details."
- Admin API URL: The API URL generated during installation on the VPS is shown here. Usually it is reflected automatically in Outline Manager, but if it is not, copy and paste the API URL shown in the SSH terminal.
- Server location (optional): You can enter the server location (for example, Tokyo, Japan). This is for management only and does not affect the connection.
- STEP.7Click "Done with server"
After entering all the information, click "Done with server."
Step 4: Create an Access Key and Allow VPN Connections
Once the Outline server has been built, create an access key for the actual VPN connection.
- STEP.1Check the Outline Manager screen
One default access key is displayed on the Outline Manager screen. Here, it is labeled Key 0.
- STEP.2Share the access key
The access key you created is required when connecting with the Outline client. When you select the access key, a button labeled "Share invite" appears.
Clicking it copies the access key URL. Share this URL with the device you want to connect through the VPN.
Step 5: Install the Outline Client and Connect to the VPN
Install the Outline client on the device you want to use for the VPN connection (PC, smartphone, tablet, and so on). This time, I installed it on an Android smartphone.
- STEP.1Launch the Outline client
Launch the Outline client you installed.
- STEP.2Add the access key
- On a PC: Click "Add server" or a similar button, paste the access key URL you copied in Step 4, and click "Add server."
- On a smartphone or tablet: When you open the app, you may be asked to enter an access key. Copy and paste the access key URL shared in Step 4. If a QR code is shown, you can scan that as well.
After adding the access key, press Confirm.
- STEP.3Connect
Once the server has been added, press "Connect."
Tap "OK" on the connection request.
The connection is now complete.
After the server is added, a Connect button appears. Clicking this button starts the VPN connection.
With that, your VPN connection using Outline VPN and ABLENET VPS
is complete. Your internet traffic is encrypted, making it more secure, and it will route through the location of the server you selected.
ABLENET VPS and Outline VPN Are Fast and Comfortable
People often say internet speeds are slower over a VPN, so you may be wondering how fast ABLENET VPS
is. When I measured it, it hit 130Mbps, which showed that it provides comfortable performance without frustration.
Compared with having no VPN, it keeps roughly half the speed. The reason it can reach this level of performance is that ABLENET VPS uses a shared 200Mbps line. Since 100Mbps is more common in general, it is fast.
Thanks to ABLENET VPS, I was able to communicate at a very high speed.
ABLENET VPS Specs and Pricing
| Server type | VPS |
| Connection speed | Shared 200Mbps |
| IPv4 | 1 address |
| IPv6 | 65,536 addresses |
| Traffic allowance | Unlimited |
| Recommended plan and contract term | V1 annual plan |
| Virtual CPU | 2 cores |
| Memory | 1.5GB |
| Storage | 40GB SSD or 100GB HDD |
| Trial / refund guarantee | 10-day free trial |
| Monthly price (12-month contract) | 968 yen |
| Initial admin fee | Free |
| Support | |
| Uptime | 99.99% or higher |
| OS | Ubuntu Server 22.04 LTS / Ubuntu Server 20.04 LTS / AlmaLinux 9.5 / AlmaLinux 8.10 / Rocky Linux 9.5 / Rocky Linux 8.10 / Oracle Linux 9.5 / Oracle Linux 8.10 / CentOS Stream8 / CentOS Stream9 / Minecraft Server(ubuntu/java・Integrated)/Rust Server(ubuntu)/Palworld Server(ubuntu)/ARK Server(ubuntu)/7days Server(ubuntu)/Valheim Server(ubuntu)/Ubuntu Desktop 22.04 with MT4・5/Ubuntu Desktop 22.04 with AutoGPT/ CentOS 7.9 and more |
Summary
With Outline VPN, which makes it easy to build a VPN, even people who have never used a VPN before can get started in a short time.
However, because VPNs tend to be slower, I recommend ABLENET VPS
, which provides a fast connection. With annual billing, it costs less than 1,000 yen per month, so it also offers excellent cost performance. Above all, its unlimited data transfer and stability with over 99.99% uptime let you enjoy a stress-free internet environment.
ABLENET VPS is a stable VPS with 99.99% uptime, even though it is affordably priced. It offers a wide range of plans, from the accessible V0 plan with 0.5GB of memory to the high-spec V5 plan with 16GB of memory, so you can find the right option for your needs.