Failing to register remote server over VPN

  • I am having problems connecting to a remote sql server over a vpn connection. During registration process, it does see the server name the sql server resides on but when trying to finish process using sql server authenication, I get a 'server does not exist or access denied'. After looking at all the messages in this forum (52 pages), I did see some messages about this. I have tried to create an ODBC connection as well and it won't connect either. Someone in an earlier message mentioned named pipes vs tcp/ip. Does SQL Server (2000) need to be told to use tcp/ip?

  • I'd confirm connectivity - make sure you can ping the server you're trying to connect to.

    Andy

    http://www.sqlservercentral.com/columnists/awarren/

  • I can ping to the server. I also can connected to shared drives on that server.

  • Back to your original question on TCP/IP when you get to the secound screen to setup authentication type there is a CLient Config button on the screen. Press it and confirm that the type of connection you expect is in use, else correct it. Then finish ODBC wizard.

    "Don't roll your eyes at me. I will tape them in place." (Teacher on Boston Public)

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