How to Do a Remote Desktop VPN Setup
A remote desktop VPN is a remote access connection. It gives the user the ability to access his computer when he is out of the office or home. It requires that the connection be configured on the router to allow access into the network. The software that can do this is free, and built into the Windows operating systems. If you can make changes to your router you will need to configure it. If you are on an office network you will need to have your network administrator make the network changes. She will also have to grant you permission, since this is potentially a breach of network security.
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Instructions
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Click "Start" and "Programs," and then go to "Accessories." In this List you will find Remote Desktop Connection.
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Right click on your "My computer" icon, and select "Properties." Look for the "Remote" tab, select it, then select "Allow users to remotely connect to this computer." This will turn on the option to allow remote access.
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Determine what your Internet IP Address--this is required to locate the computer on the Internet. This can be done by typing, "What is my IP address" in Google.
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Click on the program to run it. On the address line input your Internet IP address. "Save as" and give it a name, then place it on the desktop.
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Open Internet Explorer and input the IP address of your router to access the Web interface. The address is usually defined as 192.168.0.1 or 192.168.1.1. Find "Port forwarding" on the router. Add the port number of 3389 to your forwarded port. Define what computer IP address the port will be sent to. This is the IP address of your office computer.
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Double click on the "Remote Desktop" Icon. Click on "Connect" and this will take you to your desktop.
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