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The automatic access tag on WindowsForum.com covers discussions about configuring Windows Credential Manager to enable automatic access to network machines without manual authentication. Topics include using IP addresses versus computer names for credentials, managing access to legacy Windows systems like XP and W2K, and troubleshooting connection issues. Users share methods for setting up static or dynamic addressing to streamline network logins. The tag is relevant for Windows 7 and later versions, focusing on local network credential management and automation.
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    Windows 7 Why does Credentials Manager demand a network address ....

    If I want to create a Windows Credential entry to allow automatic access to another machine on my local network (XP and W2K machines), it requires me to enter the target's IP address (as well as username/password). This is all well and good so long as I assign static addresses to those machines...
    • rlincolnh
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    • access issues authentication automatic access computer name credential manager credential prompt ip address local network network network address password protocol remote access static address tech support username windows 2000 windows 7 windows issues windows xp
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    • Forum: Windows Networking
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