How to Configure Remote Web Access for Windows Home Server
One of the great features of Windows Home Server is the ability to connect to the Server and access your files remotely over the Internet. I love being able to work at the coffee shop and download any files or documents on my server through the WiFi connection. And, since I (try) to save everything or importance on my WHS, any files I create or update can be saved back to my server immediately so I don’t need to remember to do it later. If Windows Home Server is able to automatically configure your router for you, setup really is a snap. Your router will need to support UPnP, so if your router supports that option, make sure you have it turned on in your router settings.
Before we get too far, you’ll need a Windows Live ID. If you don’t have one you can sign up for one at home.live.com. Click Sign up.
Fill out the form to create a Windows Live ID.
Now, we’re ready to start configuring things. Open the Windows Home Server Console and click on Settings at the top right.
Choose the Remote Access tab on the left. Click the Turn On button.
Windows Home Server will begin to configuration. It will also configure your router. If your router is not compatible, you’ll need to configure it manually.
Now we are ready to configure a domain name. Now we’re ready to setup a personalized domain name. Click Next.
This wizard will walk you through setting up a domain name for your home server so it can be easily accessed from the Internet.
Sign in with your Windows Live ID and password and click Next.
Click the I accept radio button and then click Next.
Choose a domain name and then click Confirm. If it’s ok, click Finish. If not, you’ll have to choose another name.
Click Done.
Next, we’ll take a look at logging into your Windows Home server Remotely and accessing the files and folders.
Category: Home Servers, Windows Home Server
