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File Sharing problem

ngwit1
If i have a Mapped drive or just use \\computername\C$ windows XP pro sp1 for an EXE file (maybe others) it comes up with a File Download like i would if i were to download a file from internet(except save is grayed out) How can i get this to just run the file? (It doesn't do this to *.
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Can I change the default Windows 2003 logon screen installed by Dell?

zigwaffle
I work for a small company that runs a Windows 2003 on a Dell Power Edge 700 server, set up with Remote access. Is there any way that I can change the default, high-graphics splash/logon screen that comes up when you remote desktop into this server over a VPN connection? My boss is of the strong opinion that time i ...
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Demoted AD, created problems

mjpuczko
i got a new dell server (poweredge 400sc) with win2003 server to use for a planned intranet at work. i didn't want it running active directory because i just want it as a member of our current domain.
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Sharing a scanner in W2K S?

hardwarecrazy
Hi, I have a small home network with one Server (w2KS) and 3 PCs that share files and printers. No issues there. The server has a SCSI HP Scanner attached to it. Is it possible to share it with the other PCs(W2K Pro) over the LAN? Kindly advise how.
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Remote Web Dessktop

cobie_x
Calling all Nerds and Techies: RE:- REMOTE WEB DESKTOP I have installed all the bits to allow me to connect from a remote computer through various firewalls/routers/whatever and then onto my Win 2003 IIS box sitting on my home LAN.
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Need suggestion for optimal network setup

homer_09
I have a relatively limited knowledge of networking but extensive knowledge in most other aspects of computers. From this, i know that a method that works, is usually not the best one. I need advice on finding the best method for my business network.
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ISDN Help

WinNT_4me
Hi. I have used dial-up ever since I connected to the internet in '99. Recently, the service has gone downhill and I'm looking for other options. Could someone tell me how ISDN is? (as far as modem price & service quality/speed).
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Shared folders not showing up. How do I refresh them?

FOOOD
I've got some shared folders that aren't showing up on the computer that they're actually on (if I go into My Network Places) & they're not showing up on my other computer either. Some show up OK but others don't Is there a way to refresh it all in My Network Places so that all the folders that are shared but not s ...
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Windows XP & Solaris

daffy66
I'm currently Solaris network were have we have the home directory store Sun 4500 I think (new to this)but when we come to setting up Microsoft Windows XP Pro when coming log in with user details come to mappping users home directory it come back with admin area not there’s.
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need some pointers for file and mail server

three
File and mail server for 98/XP based network 1. Synchronize Client Folders to Server Folders. Clients work with files on their machine while the Server keeps record and makes all updated changes on the Server folder.
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setting up an ftp server with a firewall router and over LAN

amanda888
hi there, i was just wondering are you able to help me to setup an ftp server over LAN. my internet is connected through the main admins computer. i have a firewall router called Zoom Air wireless networking Internet Gateway model number IG -4165 (connected through the admins pc) i have forwared and opened the port ...
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File sharing through VPN

HawkBoy
Hi, I'm trying to set up a VPN and am having some problems. I have set up the server and client and they connect fine. The problem is that neither side can see the other in the network places. They both have the same workgroup name and I've refreshed enough, but they just don't see each other.
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Copy laptop content to desktop pc?

BabyBoy--
So is that possible at all what would the laptop require for this to function. on a side note i dont want to like upload eveyrthing from the laptop and then later download from my pc. .
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Gigabit NIC's stop working!

Agent K
Hi there, I hope some of you might be able to help me with my problem. My gigabit nic keeps locking up in Windows XP, I have tried 3 different cards now, 3com, netgear and correga. . . all of them work for varying periods of time but sooner or later freeze, I have to restart the PC to get them working again as they ...
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shared folders asks for login authentication

dbgg1979
i just finished setting up a LAN. i shared one folder using simple filesharing/networking. when i tried to access it from another pc, it asks for a login/password. how come? i didn't assign any login/password to that shared folder.
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Copy laptop content to desktop pc?

BabyBoy--
So is that possible at all what would the laptop require for this to function. on a side note i dont want to like upload eveyrthing from the laptop and then later download from my pc. .
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rogue DCHP sever on the network

wdw2020
Hey can anybody help me there is a DCHP server on my network but i dont know how to find it? im usong static IP adress but somebody set up a DCHP server somewhere can anybody help me find it
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