How to Create a Remote Access Policy

A remote access policy is a server protocol that defines how users on a remote area network may use the server. It specifies who may access the network and how the network may be accessed, determines the speed of the access, and defines any restrictions on what data and hardware may be accessed by users. In common server software such as Microsoft Windows Server 2003 the server administrator is given the ability to set these permissions through the use of the Remote Access Policy Wizard.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Windows Server 2003

1. Click Start > Programs > Administrative Tools, and click "Routing and Remote Access."

2. Right-click "Remote Access Policies," and click "New Remote Access Policy." This opens the Remote Access Policy Wizard. Click "Next" to begin.

3. Enter a policy name into the Policy Name box.

4. Click "Dial-up" on the Access Method page, then click "Next."

5. Select the appropriate type, user or group, on the User or Group Access page.

6. Select the Microsoft Encrypted Authentication version 2 (MS-CHAPv2) check box, then click "Next." Click "Next" on the Policy Encryption Level page, then click "Finish." Your policy will now appear in the list of Remote Access Policies.

7. Right click on the policy, and select "Edit." This will allow you to configure further policy options. Be sure the "Grant remote access permission" box is ticked and use the dialogue to set any specific access dates and times. Click "Finish," and your policy is configured.

Tips & Warnings

• You must configure and enable routing and remote access before setting up a remote access policy.

Resources

• Microsoft Support website