Checklist: Implementing a Dial-up Remote Access Server Design

Updated: April 30, 2010

Applies To: Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2008 R2

Note

Complete the tasks in this checklist in order. When a reference link takes you to a procedure, return to this topic after you complete the steps in that procedure so that you can proceed with the remaining tasks in this checklist.

Checklist:

Implementing a Dial-up Remote Access Server Design

	Task	Reference
	Review key concepts and design considerations for dial-up remote access.	Dial-Up Networking Dial-up Remote Access Design in the Routing and Remote Access Services Design Guide
	Install the dial-up modem equipment and device drivers.	See the documentation provided by the modem equipment manufacturer.
	Configure the server as a dial-up remote access server.	Configure a Dial-up Remote Access Server
	Configure TCP/IP on the server LAN interface and the dial-in ports for remote client access.	Configure a Dial-up Connection to the Intranet
	Configure remote access on a per-user basis, or create a remote access policy to allow only authorized users and computers to access the private network through the dial-up server.	Configure a Remote Access Network Policy
	Set the encryption level for incoming dial-up connections.	Configure Encryption for Dial-up Access
	(Optional) Create a custom Connection Manager profile to manage client connections and simplify troubleshooting.	Connection Manager Administration Kit
	Test the connection from a dial-up client.	Verify the Client Dial-up Connection