Broadband/ISP Requirements for Remote Access

You may need to add services from your broadband provider to use the Remote Access features in Windows Home Server. For example, you need certain TCP “ports” to be open to use these features. Some broadband providers block certain ports for customers on some service plans. Also, some broadband providers’ terms of service may limit or prohibit setting up and running “servers” on their networks by some customers on some service plans. Ensure that your use of Windows Home Server features follows your broadband providers’ terms of service. Please contact your broadband provider if you have questions about their terms of service.

The following TCP ports need to be forwarded from your router to Windows Home Server to enable the Remote Access features in Windows Home Server:

• HTTP is the protocol that your Web browser uses to view Web pages. You use this protocol to view your default Web page for Windows Home Server.

• HTTPS is the protocol that your Web browser uses to view secure Web pages. You use this protocol to view your Remote Access Web page for Windows Home Server.

• Remote Desktop Proxy is the service that is used to connect to your home computers via the Remote Access computers tab.

For more information about configuring your broadband router for Remote Access, see Configuring your broadband router.