VPN from Home network

[maccracken]

Has anyone experienced this problem? I have a Dell laptop that I use at work and when I go home I can VPN into my workplace using the laptop. I can connect via wired or wireless. I am using a Linksys 4 port Wireless Router. I think the model is BEFW11S4 <--- I can verify if needed.

The problem I have is this.

I have a Dell desktop at home that will not connect to my VPN at work. Both systems have XP Pro with service pack 2. The O.S. and the Applications are almost identical between the two.

No matter what IP/VPN settings I make, the Dell Desktop will not connect. I have shut off all the firewalls and even went direct to the cable modem and bypass the router.
Any Ideas? I am running out of them.

 

[msworld]

What's the error code? Also can you telnet the port 1723 from the dell? This troubleshooting flowchart may help,

http://www.chicagotech.net/vpn_troubleshooting_flowchart.htm

Bob Lin, MS-MVP, MCSE & CNE
How to Setup Windows, Network, VPN & Remote Access on

http://www.HowToNetworking.com

 

[maccracken]

Thanks for the links! The error code is 800. I will try to telnet port 1723 and try some of the tips that they have listed on those pages when I get home tonight. I had looked up the error code on Microsofts website but it wasnt much help, as I recall. Anyway, I will try the info provided in the links and let you know what happens. Thanks again!

Mike