How to Troubleshoot a Windows Home Server Connector

Windows Home Server is a system that allows home users to connect several computers to a network. Computers connected to a Windows Home Server can easily backup files from any computer on the network, share a printer, and even access the network from a remote location. There may be times, though, when the setup of the server is unsuccessful, or the Windows Home Server connector stops working.

Instructions

1. 

   Open the Control Panel from the Start Menu. Make sure you are in Classic View and double click "Network and Sharing Center." Click "Manage Network Connections." Your current network connection will appear.

2. 

   Right-click the Windows Home Server connection. Select "Properties" to open the Local Area Network Properties dialog.

3. 

   Click to select "Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IP)." Click the "Properties" button. The TCP/IP Properties dialog box will open.

4. 

   Click the "Advanced" button and then go to the "WINS" tab. Select "Default" in the NetBIOS section of the Advanced TCP/IP Settings dialog box.

5. 

   Click "OK" to apply changes. Continue clicking "OK" until all dialogs are closed. Restart the computer for the settings to take effect.

Tips & Warnings

• If these steps do not resolve the Windows Home Server Connector issue, it is likely a problem with the router. The router may be damaged or simply incompatible with Windows Home Server. Test the connection using a different brand of router.

Resources

• Download Windows Home Server