VNC Over a Network

[Clstrphbc_donut]

Im really getting stressed with this...My sister (as per usual) is not looking after her PC. I want to run VNC through the network. So, VNC starts, i type her NETWORK IP(in the server name box). Wont connect. Ive opened all ports on the router that are needed, still wont connect. I thought there may be a problem, like the PC's were "talking" so i downloaded angry IP scanner. Gets her PC, its name, and status is alive. Yes, im a n00b with networks, so can anyone shed some light on this? Thanks in advance

[Stoo]

Did you install the server bit on her pc?

[Clstrphbc_donut]

installed both the server and viewer on both...

[Flibb]

firewall issue?

[Clstrphbc_donut]

ive opened the nessecery ports for it....but it seems thats the problem. Are there any alternatives i can give a go?

EDIT: Sorted it out...thanks for your help anyway

[Rabs]

Just a side note, if your using VNC on a lan, you can type the machine name instead of ip address.

Also have a look at Ultr@vnc, it´s the quickest variant I´ve found (by miles too).

[wberg]

If she's running Windows XP or 2003 you can activate a thing called "Remote Desktop". That's a build in version for connecting thru internet/networks and access your computer. It's way better than VNC and just running on one port, 3389. Everyone with a Windows XP or 2003 computer can easily connect with this builtin software.

You can activate this by right clicking on - My Computer - Choose properties - Go to Remote - Check in "Allow users to connect remotely to this computer" - Press OK.

Done and done, now you can just sit back and enjoy. Simply press (on your computer) Start - Programs - Accessories - Communications - Remote Desktop Connection. Enter her ip, and voila!

Good luck!

[oshta]

Just a side note, if your using VNC on a lan, you can type the machine name instead of ip address.

Also have a look at Ultr@vnc, it´s the quickest variant I´ve found (by miles too).

yeah - saves memorizing 20 IP's (if you havent all ready)

- also, if she like my sister, she'll learn to fight back (ie, shuting down VNC as she logs on,)

daniel

[Clstrphbc_donut]

lol shes already done that...she got a bit annoyed because i wanted a bit of fun. she was getting dressed and i was using VNC to say to every lad on her msn "i love you" and they were all answering back thinking it was her. So she stressed and keeps uninstalling it

[turkster]

Who'd blame her

[Flibb]

lucky you didnt turn the webcam on

[oshta]

lucky you didnt turn the webcam on

LOL

[Rabs]

yeah - saves memorizing 20 IP's (if you havent all ready)

- also, if she like my sister, she'll learn to fight back (ie, shuting down VNC as she logs on,)

daniel

Use the lastest Ultr@vnc and use this to turn the tray icon off, theres no way she'll know you're watching

http://forum.ultravnc.net/viewtopic.php?t=43