networking question- need help

[ricksimm]

I am going to install a vpn remote access from remote client PCs to a w2k3 standard server. This is NOT remote desktop. I want the remotes to be able to access the server hard drives just as if they were local hard drives (connect using \\server\file1). Can I just install "routing and remote access" on the server or do I have to also configure Terminal Server? Thanks.

[gorilly]

i'd like to know this too!!

i've read you can do it just using RAS but it didnt work for me

[El<(')>Maxi]

Terminal Services is the same protocol RDP uses so it's really the same thing with a different UI. VPN's are encrypted authenticated connections (Tunnels) that allow a remote ueser to connect & see the LAN as if he were inside.

I've tried to tackle VPN and it's not easy to implement. You can create a CMAK package that will install on any computer and configure it properly. Firms that use VPN regularly often deliver this package to new users along with username & pass for access, makes it very easy if they are already setup on the network side.

The tricky part is creating the package. Not only do you need the corresponding protocols & authentication (on both ends), your firewall needs to pass the correct ports and protocols also. I never made it in the end because of other projects but I was looking at Open VPN which is open source and from reports very secure.

I'll have a look around on the network tomorrow also. I think I have the installation for Sentinel a really slick VPN solution that is no longer free.

[El<(')>Maxi]

I uploaded the Sentinel client for you guys, this link will only work for 7 days.

http://s14.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=0DQY2G0O7BTG82VEQWB17YM3VW

[gorilly]

wow thanks mate... what about the sentinal server or can it connect to server 2k3 on its own