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remote desktop connection [server name invalid]

i keep getting [the server name specified is invalid]how do i install the server on the computer that i want to remotely access? i am running vista home basic on both computers.Unfortunately you can'tVista Home Basic will only allow you to initiate a remote desktop connection, not receive one.You can...

Tags: PRODUCTIVITY, tugged47@..., remote desktop connection, server name, remote desktop, server

Discussion threads 2007-11-05

Take advantage of Windows XP Pro's multiple monitor support for Remote Desktop Connection

Remote computer restricted to Vista or Server 2008?This is from MicroSoft KB Article 925876:The Remote Desktop Connection 6.0 client can be used to connect to legacy terminal servers or to remote desktops as before. However, the new features that are mentioned in this article are available only when the remote...

Tags: Monitors & displays, Microsoft Windows XP Professional, telecommuting, Microsoft Windows, ojopere, remote desktop, monitor, Microsoft Windows XP, Remote Desktop Connection, multiple monitor

Discussion threads 2007-10-25

Remote Desktop Tunneling over VPN

I am working in a Windows 2003 Server R2 / Windows XP client environmentI've recently established a VPN connection with the server which works just fine as far as the file sharing is concerned. FYI: my port 1723 is mapped on the router for VPN so that it forwards all...

Tags: VPNs, Network security, NETWORKING, TELECOMMUNICATIONS, desktop, imtiyaz_barmare@..., VPN, remote desktop, VPN Connection, remote desktop connection, server

Discussion threads 2007-08-18

Remote Desktop Tunneling over VPN

I am working in a Windows 2003 Server R2 / Windows XP client environmentI've recently established a VPN connection with the server which works just fine as far as the file sharing is concerned. FYI: my port 1723 is mapped on the router for VPN so that it forwards all...

Tags: VPNs, Network security, NETWORKING, TELECOMMUNICATIONS, desktop, imtiyaz_barmare@..., VPN, remote desktop, VPN Connection, remote desktop connection, server

Discussion threads 2007-08-17

Remote Desktop Connection disconnects

Hello All,I am running Windows Server 2003 and XP Professional for the client.When I attempt to connect to the Windows 2003 Server with a client using the remote desktop connection it will stay on for about 30 secs ranging to about an hour maybe longer. I have looked at the...

Tags: Microsoft Windows Server 2003, Microsoft Windows, Servers, blain.s.andrew@..., remote desktop, Remote Desktop Connection

Discussion threads 2007-06-19

how to have visible on 2 screens a remote desktop connection in Win XP

Hi,is there anyboby that had activate a remote desktop connection visible on 2 screens? we are running WinXP sp2;screens are optimized for 1600x1200 pixel and are connect to a Geforce 7900 gtPlease explain in detail what you are trying to accomplish.Please explain in detail what you are trying to...

Tags: carlo.perotti, Please Explain, remote desktop connection, remote desktop, Microsoft Windows XP

Discussion threads 2007-06-14

"dropped" vpn connection

I'm running a SBS server2003 R2 on an ibm eserver x342 8669 at home on Time Warner road runner broadband. From my office I was able to establish a vpn connection from my xp desktop not on domain at work and connect to the server and a client laptop at...

Tags: VPNs, Network security, TELECOMMUNICATIONS, NETWORKING, carol@..., VPN, vpn connection, Remote Desktop Connection, desktop, server

Discussion threads 2007-05-25

Novell Groupwise conflict with Microsoft Outlook email client

Our law firm uses Novell Groupwise for calendaring and email client. We also have a Cisco Systems VPN (version 4.6 for Windows and WinNT clients) and use Remote Desktop Connection for remote access to terminals within the office. The remote access capability requires certain VPN and Remote Desktop...

Tags: Groupware, TELECOMMUNICATIONS, E-mail servers, jes@..., remote access, Microsoft Outlook, Remote Desktop Connection, Novell GroupWise, computer, e-mail, Novell Inc., Microsoft Corp.

Discussion threads 2007-03-18

Novell Groupwise conflict with Microsoft Outlook email client

Our law firm uses Novell Groupwise for calendaring and email client. We also have a Cisco Systems VPN (version 4.6 for Windows and WinNT clients) and use Remote Desktop Connection for remote access to terminals within the office. The remote access capability requires certain VPN and Remote Desktop...

Tags: Groupware, TELECOMMUNICATIONS, E-mail servers, jes@..., remote access, Microsoft Outlook, Remote Desktop Connection, Novell GroupWise, computer, e-mail, Novell Inc., Microsoft Corp.

Discussion threads 2007-03-18

Saving Remote Desktop Connection entries

Has anyone figured out how to save or reset Remote Desktop Connection entries once a connection is created? I went into the registry and deleted the MRU value and the RDC icon for the connection but it didnt do anything. Any takers?From within the Remote Desktop Connection dialog box (click...

Tags: remote desktop, dlogan@..., Remote Desktop Connection

Discussion threads 2007-01-12

Remote Desktop Connection

I have the VPN and Remote Desktop Connection installed on my computer so I can work at home. Problem is when I go to connect to my remote desktop it gives me this message. If anyone can tell me what I need to do to connect, I would...

Tags: hardware, Remote Desktop Connection, spells542000@..., remote desktop, computer

Discussion threads 2006-12-25

remote desktop connection fails

Since i have installed the official vista release yesterday i can't setup a remote desktop connection outside our company lan. before i had the vista trial, where it was possible. with my windows xp (2nd machine in company LAN) it is also not possibl

Tags: networking, jerrel100@..., LAN, remote desktop connection, desktop, remote desktop

Discussion threads 2006-12-15

Enable a Remote Desktop connection with this member-submitted admin script

Member-submitted script to activate remote desktopThe downloadable version of this article is available here:http://techrepublic.com.com/5138-1035-6045604.htmlWhat do you think of these scripts? Do you have a script that we'd be willing to pay you $100 for?Another wayInteresting script.A friend at work showed me a method to do the same thing by connecting...

Tags: remote desktop

Discussion threads 2006-03-03

Enable a Remote Desktop connection with this member-submitted admin script

By Manes ClaudeTechRepublicasked members to submit their favorite Network Administration scripts forpossible publication. One of the latest to make a submission was Manes Claude. This contribution toTechRepublic earned Manes Claude $100 and the satisfaction derived from seeing thosescripts published.Earn $100 for your admin scriptLet us payyou for your original scripts...

Tags: Â, Guest Contributor, remote desktop, Win2000

Technical articles 2006-03-03

2003 sbs netwrok troubles

I am working with a 2003 sbs server where just recently admin tools stoped working and certin systems are inaccessible. desktop A) can access 2nd desktop and server laptop inaccessible and often hangs the browser. remote tools work normaly.desktop B) can access 1st desktop and server laptop inaccessible and hangs...

Tags: desktop, DNS, hardware, laptop computer, rain_kitten@..., server, tool

Q&A 2006-01-16

remote desktop connection

I re-installed my XP o/s and i can't seem to find my remote desktop connection anywhere. How do i fix this??Start, All Programs, Accessories, Communications.You mean it's not there? Also try looking here:Control Panel, Admin Tools, Services. Check to see if the Termnal Services service is running.You...

Tags: remote desktop, desktop

Q&A 2005-10-25

How to remote

hi! not sure how to explain this so i'll just put it at the punch line: home networkI.(security restriction, RDP) ISSUES: "remote connection may not be enabled or the pc is busy accepting new connection, network problems are preventing connection."II. HOW DO YOU CONFIGURE OR remote 3 pc's that's...

Tags: kkelly_79, network, PC, POSTER, router, security

Q&A 2005-10-22

Remote Desktop Connection

I am able to use remote desktop connection to access my remote server on W2K. But how can I setup so that I can cut and paste between the remote server and my desktopXP?Unfortunately you can't copy and paste files directly from the remote desktop window to your local environment,...

Tags: desktop, kaypaul@..., remote desktop, Remote Desktop Connection, remote server, server, window, windows

Q&A 2005-09-06

How can i secure a remote desktop connection?

How can i configure a secure remote desktop connection from work to home using a dialup or dsl?Use a VPN to make the connection. You will need an endpoint at the office and should be able to use windows XP's VPN to connect to it if you choose correctly.Hello,...

Tags: Blue screen, desktop, desktop connection, remote desktop, remote desktop connection, security, SSH, VPN

Q&A 2005-06-18

Remote desktop connection

Hi,I have a user that needs to connect to one of my servers to run certain application.The user is trying to use remote desktop connection, but only administrators are able to use terminal services on that server.Which group do i have to add a user for him to login into...

Tags: remote desktop

Q&A 2005-04-12