connect to / setup to vpn?

Question

i setup my comuter (a) to accept incoming vpns. how do i connect to it from a remote compuer (b). both computers are behind a routers, i have access to both of them. computer a's router has a vpn passthrough enabled and can be managed remotely. comp a is running xp home, comp b is running xp pro.

1) only my account on comp a can be connected to through vpn. does my account hav to be logged on, can someone else use the computer while i am connected remotely.

2) other than configuring the computer tio accept ncoming vpns, are there any other settings i need to change.

3) am i going to have to chnge any firewall or router settings

4) what user names, passwords, domains, workgroup names, etc. am i going to need to type in to b able to connect

5) is there anything else that i will need to do (eg. networks settup wizard, connection settings, etc.)

thanks in advance to anyone who helps!

Answer 1

Thanks for providing detailed information (easier than asking you to update your posting). I have not performed the specific task you are attempting.

For most routers, the VPN passthrough allows OUTGOING VPN connections from a computer on your local network. For INCOMING VPN connections to a computer on your LAN, you need to modify your home router default settings. The manufacturer of your router may have some support pages describing settings you need to modify.

I do not have experience with Windows XP Home Edition and cannot confirm that it has the limited VPN server capability available in XP Professional. But assuming it does, you must configure your router in front of Computer A and desktop firewall software on Computer A to accept ports associated with the particular VPN protocol involved (PPTP, LT2P, IPSec) and forward them to your XP Home computer.

If you use Microsoft's Internet Connection Firewall, you may need to disable it on XP Home to allow an incoming VPN connection.

Answer 2

Ok, i work in the IT Field, you have to have a VPN software configured on your system. VPN (which stands for Virtual Private Network)uses primarily public telecommunication infrastructure, such as the Internet, to provide remote offices or traveling users an access to a central organizational network. Is the computer at your work a company computer? Or is it basically your computer? If its the companies computer then you should talk to their IT to see if you would violate any security policies by accessing files that are stored on it through your home computer. in my work setting, that is not allowed You could also try RDP (Windows Remote Desktop) to remote into the computer to access files whatever. Theres also a great tool that i use alot called LogMeIn. You could think about checking them out.

Answer 3

I suggest applying http://www.vpnmaster.org to unblock internet sites. I am using their services for more than 2 years without issues.

Answer 4

My spouse and i recommend applying http://www.vpnpower.net to unblock websites. I am using their services for more than 3 years without having complications.

Answer 5

You are a dope!
Why dont you continue on another 5 pages?!
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