Hi, I have a strange problem. I am running Win XP Sp2 with Firewall enabled with default settings. I have just installed SafeNet SoftRemote 8.0.2 Gnat Box VPN Client to give me access to my office from home through my ADSL line. When i activate the client, it doesn't connect. I know this is an issue with the Firewall, as if i turn it off, it connects straight away. The strange thing is, is if i turn the firewall off and connect the Client and then start the firewall up again, it doesn't error, the connection is still live. I need to know what exception to enable in my firewall to allow this client to pass through permanently. I know you will need more info to give me an answer, so just ask and i'll let you know whatever you need. Thanks Phyto

The only info I can find is this MSKB 843090 / Description of the Windows Firewall feature in XP SP2 i_XpUser

Yet another one ... MSKB 875357 / Troubleshooting Windows Firewall settings (XP SP2) i_XpUser

Thanks for the tips XPUser, but i have already looked at these and no joy. I add the program and the port, but it still blocks it. Very strange issue...