Re: how to remote desktop thru network

From: adrian (adrian_at_discussions.microsoft.com)
Date: 11/07/04 

Date: Sun, 7 Nov 2004 14:26:01 -0800

Hi. Thanks for your help.
I have XP prof at work (host) and ME at home (client).
I loaded the remote desktop connection software in the home computer. At
work I checked the "allow remote desktop" box.
I have access to the router (it's a linksys), but don't know how to
open/forward the ports.
Adrian

"Shenan Stanley" wrote:

> adrian wrote:
> > i want to remote control from home a computer in a network at work. I
> > loaded the programs in both computers, but can't connect.
> > it's not clear if i have to, and how to, add users, and if i have to
> > do something with the ports or with the router in the workplace
> > network. thanks
>
> You left out a lot of vital information.
>
> 1) What is your OS? Windows XP Home or Windows XP Professional?
> (Windows XP Home does not have Remote Desktop capabilities - you should
> use UltraVNC)
>
> 2) You meantioned you "loaded the programs in both computers" - what
> programs?
> (With Windows XP Professional, you need to load nothing - it's there.)
> (With Windows XP Home, the Client for Remote Desktop is already there.)
> (With two Windows XP Home PCs, I suggest UltraVNC again.)
>
> 3) Do you have control of the router at work?
> Are the ports for Remote Desktop (or whatever "program" you installed)
> opened and/or forwarded through the router?
>
> 4) If you do have control of the "router" - what kind?
>
> --
> <- Shenan ->
> --
> The information is provided "as is", it is suggested you research for
> yourself before you take any advice - you are the one ultimately
> responsible for your actions/problems/solutions. Know what you are
> getting into before you jump in with both feet.
>
>
>

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