Internet Connection Sharing Does Not Allow Other Users to Connect After You Log Off (289648)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional
This article was previously published under Q289648

SYMPTOMS

When a computer that is running Windows 2000 Professional activates Internet Connection Sharing (ICS), local area network (LAN) clients can use the shared connection as long as that computer has the original user logged on. After the user logs off, the LAN clients can dial but cannot establish a connection.

CAUSE

This behavior can occur if the user saves the password before establishing the shared connection. That password and the ICS password are saved in different registry locations. When a LAN client tries to log on, the system looks in the ICS password key, finds no password, and denies access.

RESOLUTION

To work around this behavior, delete and then recreate the connection, without setting the username or password from the LAN clients. After you establish the connection, click to select the Save Password check box when you log on.
Modification Type:MajorLast Reviewed:10/21/2003
Keywords:kbprb KB289648
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