Monitor Problem...

[Blob]

Hello,

Basically, I have 2 computers, 2 monitors and a laptop. The 2 monitors have buggered up and I want to use the computers as servers. Windows Server 2003 is installed on one, all formated, and Windows XP is on the other, with old items on there. Basically if you would kindly help, I need a way to control them 2 computers from my laptop without installing any software on the 2 computers.

I have 3 ethernet cables, VGA to VGA cable and a 5 port network hub (if they come in any useful?)

Thanks

Ryan

[scottish]

stick em all on network set up sharing folders and go on from there?

[Blob]

Ye but I would rather be able to control the computer than using shared folders.

(:

Ty for help

[scottish]

Never tried using crossover wires, no idea what they do but heard of them?

[N!ck]

You could use the remote desktop feature of Windows through a home network that you set up using the hub. A better way would be to set up some VNC software or to use a service like teamviewer http://www.teamviewer.com/index.aspx

[Blob]

You could use the remote desktop feature of Windows through a home network that you set up using the hub. A better way would be to set up some VNC software or to use a service like teamviewer http://www.teamviewer.com/index.aspx

But dont I have to install that on both machines?

[N!ck]

But dont I have to install that on both machines?

The only way of doing it without installing anything would be using the remote desktop feature built into Windows. Better ways will involve installation of software on the computers used as servers and maybe software on your laptop depending on what you set up www.logmein.com you can install that software on a computer and then control it remotely from anywhere on the internet.

[Blob]

The only way of doing it without installing anything would be using the remote desktop feature built into Windows. Better ways will involve installation of software on the computers used as servers and maybe software on your laptop depending on what you set up www.logmein.com you can install that software on a computer and then control it remotely from anywhere on the internet.

Ok thanks, do you know the default username for windows server 2003?

[Earthquake]

stick em all on network set up sharing folders and go on from there?
Yeah I think this is a good idea.

[scottish]

Administrator is default.

[Blob]

Administrator is default.

Thanks.

Ok so one of the computers connected to my laptop, and its name is HOME

Do I just type HOME into the Remote Desktop Connection and enter the username and password

This is vista home connecting to Windows server 2003 btw.

[Tomm]

You need to manually enable remote desktop on the server before you can use it.

[Blob]

You need to manually enable remote desktop on the server before you can use it.

So there is no way I can control the server without a monitor without editing something on the server beforehand?

[Recursion]

You hit the nail right on the head there.

[Blob]

Is it possible to remove 3 pins off a 7 pin s-video to RCA adaptor to make a 4 pin s-video adapter?

You see, I have 2 7 pin s-video to RCA adapters and that only fits my laptop - the computers are 4 pin - anyway to change it?

Thanks for everyones help (:

Any ideas?

Thanks (:

[Recursion]

I don't think its possible im afraid.

[Tomm]

There is, but its expensive.

You might be able to find a KVM solution that connects via USB or buy a KVM over IP switch.

Also I would like to add that Windows Server 2003 (Enterprise Edition at least) blocks ALL incoming/outbound network traffic until you enable it (This allows time to install updates and configure other security related items first before exposing the server to the outside world).


So there is no way I can control the server without a monitor without editing something on the server beforehand?

[scottish]

Also if hes behind a router he'll probably be in the DMZ, which he'll need to configure to allow it out :P

[Tomm]

DMZ = demilitarized zone (or perimeter network)

If it was in the DMZ then by default it would be exposed so.. :S

For example you could setup the server to be a perimeter firewall (in the DMZ or perimeter network - same thing just different names) and the other computers in the internal network. This would protect the internal network from attacks via the internet as it would have to pass via the perimeter network firewall first thus, hopefully, blocking any attacks.

In my home network I have it setup as follows:

MODEM -> NIC1 on Server -> Software firewall on server -> NIC2 on Server -> Gigabit Switch -> Internal Network

This setup insures only the server and selected services on the internal network are exposed to the internet. Additionally this has the advantage of giving me complete control over all internet traffic (filters, monitoring, etc.) as it is impossible to bypass the server (Its the only one with direct internet access!)


Also if hes behind a router he'll probably be in the DMZ, which he'll need to configure to allow it out :P

[scottish]

You misunderstood me, by default on my network no computers are exposed to the internet until you've allowed them through the DMZ

[Tomm]

There would be no need as they are on the same network. Also your original post says that he was in the DMZ and he needs to allow it out, so your wrong in saying that.


You misunderstood me, by default on my network no computers are exposed to the internet until you've allowed them through the DMZ

[scottish]

You understood what i meant :)

Also i haven't been reading the thread to realise why we started talking about the internet/network but i seen your post and it stated about updating etc before it got exposed to the internet, hence i posted that :)

[N!ck]

you don't have to enable remote desktop everytime you want to use it. You just enable it once and you can connect to it whenever you want from there on.

[Blob]

I cant actually believe it.. I got it working!

Basically, I had a 7 pin s-video to rca lead, right?

And the computers only have 4 pins.

I removed 3 of the pins, plugged it into my tv and it works!

So then I logged on, turned on remote desktop and now im connected from my laptop!

THANKYOU EVERYONE WOOO

Now I dont have a clue how to set anything up..

Oh well

Ryan (: