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#In the Computer box, type the computer name of server. (the default is HPSERVER)<br><br>[[IMAGE:Rdp1.PNG]]<br><br>
 
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#When the '''Remote Desktop Connection''' dialog box appears, type Administrator, and the administrator password that you set when you installed the server (this is the same as the password you use to access the Windows Home Server Console) and then click '''OK'''.<br><br>[[IMAGE:Rdp2.PNG]]
  
  

Revision as of 16:29, 6 March 2008

To connect your PC to the MediaSmart Server, follow these steps:

  1. On your home computer, click Start, point to All Programs, and then point to Accessories.
  2. In the Accessories menu, point to Communications, and then click Remote Desktop Connection.
  3. In the Computer box, type the computer name of server. (the default is HPSERVER)

    Rdp1.PNG

  4. Click Connect.
  5. When the Remote Desktop Connection dialog box appears, type Administrator, and the administrator password that you set when you installed the server (this is the same as the password you use to access the Windows Home Server Console) and then click OK.

    Rdp2.PNG


The Remote Desktop window opens, and you will see the desktop of the MediaSmart Server

To end your Remote Desktop session:

  1. Click Start, and then click Log Off at the bottom of the Start menu.
  2. When prompted, click Log Off.

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