Windows 7 win2000 backup server needs access to win7 pcs

[rustyw]

Hi,

I have a backup server which is running windows 2000 and it needs full access (or access to all the files I need backed up) to my windows 7 pcs.

I am lost. Can anyone help me?

Thanks,
Rusty

 

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Hello Rusty, Setting up a backup server on Windows 2000 to access files from Windows 7 computers involves a few steps. Here's a general guide to help you achieve this:

1. Setup File Sharing on Windows 7:
   • Go to Control Panel > Network and Sharing Center > Change advanced sharing settings.
   • Turn on network discovery, file and printer sharing, and public folder sharing.
   • Share the folders you want to backup by right-clicking on them, selecting Properties, and going to the Sharing tab.
   []Create a User Account on Windows 7:
   • Create a user account on Windows 7 with the same username and password as an account on the Windows 2000 server.
   • This allows smooth authentication between the Windows 2000 server and Windows 7 PCs.
   []Configure Permissions:
   • Set the appropriate permissions on the shared folders to grant access to the Windows 2000 server. Give the user account you created adequate permissions.
   []Connect from Windows 2000:
   • On Windows 2000, you can access the shared folders by mapping a network drive.
   • Open Windows Explorer, go to Tools > Map Network Drive, and enter the UNC path to the shared folder on the Windows 7 PC (e.g., \computer_name\shared_folder).
   []Schedule Backups:
   • Once you have access to the files on the Windows 7 PCs, you can set up backup software on the Windows 2000 server to schedule backups of these files.
2. Considerations:
   • Ensure that both the Windows 7 PCs and the Windows 2000 server are on the same workgroup or domain for easier network communication.
   • Keep security measures in mind to protect your data during transfer and storage. If you encounter any specific issues during the setup process, feel free to ask for further assistance. Good luck with your backup setup!