Remote-access Guide

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by Dr. Major Schmeler V Published 2 years ago Updated 1 year ago
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How many remote access computers are needed for a multisite deployment?

At least two Remote Access computers to be gathered into a multisite deployment.

What is a multisite deployment?

In a multisite deployment two or more Remote Access servers or server clusters are deployed and configured as different entry points in a single location, or in dispersed geographical locations. Deploying multiple entry points in a single location allows for server redundancy, or for the alignment of Remote Access servers with existing network architecture. Deployment by geographical location ensures efficient use of resources, as remote client computers can connect to internal network resources using an entry point closest to them. Traffic across a multisite deployment can be distributed and balanced with an external global load balancer.

Does DirectAccess work with NRPT?

If the public address specified for DirectAccess clients to connect to the Remote Access server has a suffix included in NRPT, DirectAccess might not work as expected. Ensure that the NRPT has an exemption for the public name. In a multisite deployment, exemptions should be added for the public names of all entry points. Note that if force tunneling is enabled these exemptions are added automatically. They are removed if force tunneling is disabled.

Can you change policies outside of the DirectAccess management console?

Changing policies outside of the DirectAccess management console or PowerShell cmdlets is not supported.

Do you deploy a single DirectAccess server before a multisite deployment?

Deploy a Single DirectAccess Server with Advanced Settings must be deployed before a multisite deployment .

How many doors can a Kisi controller open?

A Kisi controller can manage up to four doors, the ideal number of doors for one abstract “space,” but you may want to see the network health of all your controllers on one interface, and you can accomplish this with a VLAN.

Is remote IT management a necessity?

Remote IT management isn’t just an advantage these days, in some cases, it’s a necessity. With the proliferation of satellite offices and multi-location interconnected networks, the power of VLANs is a huge asset, and connecting your access control infrastructure to them ensures that you can constantly monitor the status of your physical security, even remotely.

Can you control Kisi from the cloud?

With modern system like Kisi you actually have remote capabilities set up in the controllers and readers themselves: The controllers are connected to the Kisi cloud. With this, you can control the controllers and readers all from the Kisi interface. However, if you want to also monitor their infrastructure, and ensure that they are working properly, you can connect them to a VLAN.

Can you control a VLAN remotely?

You can also control a VLAN remotely: Given that the switch is connected to a network or cloud that you have access to, you can monitor it all from a remote interface. The power of VLANs is that any networked device can be connected to one.

What is remote access dentistry?

Each location has their own server, hosting their own Open Dental database. A Remote Access program would allow users to view data at other locations.

Why is a single central database important?

A single centralized database has the advantage of sharing data among locations. However, there can be issues with speed, intermingling of data, and internet down situations. Speed becomes an issue for images, updates, and complex screens.

What is middle tier in Open Dental?

Middle Tier isolates the database, improving speed and security by preventing client workstations from directly accessing the database. The server program sits between the database and the client machines. Workstations are ordinary thick clients running the full Windows version of Open Dental.

Is a Glustera cluster a stand alone solution?

A Glustera Cluster is not a stand-alone solution, but instead is used in conjunction with other options (e.g. Option 8).

Can Galera Cluster be used with other locations?

As noted above, a Galera Cluster environment can be used in conjunction with other multiple location options.

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Scenario Description

  • In a multisite deployment two or more Remote Access servers or server clusters are deployed and configured as different entry points in a single location, or in dispersed geographical locations. Deploying multiple entry points in a single location allows for server redundancy, or for the alignment of Remote Access servers with existing network arch...
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Prerequisites

  • Before you begin deploying this scenario, review this list for important requirements: 1. Deploy a Single DirectAccess Server with Advanced Settingsmust be deployed before a multisite deployment. 2. Windows 7 clients will always connect to a specific site. They will not be able to connect to the closest site based on location of the client (unlike Windows 10, 8, or 8.1 clients). 3…
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in This Scenario

  • The multisite deployment scenario includes a number of steps: 1. Deploy a single DirectAccess server with advanced settings. A single Remote Access server with advanced settings must be deployed before setting up a multisite deployment. 2. Plan a Multisite Deployment. To build a multisite deployment from a single server a number of additional planning steps are required, inc…
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Practical Applications

  • A multisite deployment provides the following: 1. Improved performance-A multisite deployment allows client computers accessing internal resources using Remote Access to connect using the closest and most suitable entry point. Client access internal resources efficiently, and the speed of client Internet requests routed via DirectAccess is improved. Traffic across entry points can be b…
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Hardware Requirements

  • Hardware requirements for this scenario include the following: 1. At least two Remote Access computers to be gathered into a multisite deployment. 2. In order to test the scenario, at least one computer running Windows 8 and configured as a DirectAccess client is required. To test the scenario for clients running Windows 7 at least one computer running Windows 7 is required. 3. …
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Software Requirements

  • Software requirements for this scenario include the following: 1. Software requirements for single server deployment. 2. In addition to software requirements for a single server there are a number of multisite-specific requirements: 2.1. IPsec authentication requirements-In a multisite deployment DirectAccess must be deployed using IPsec machine certificate authentication. The …
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Known Issues

  • The following are known issues when configuring a multisite scenario: 1. Multiple entry points in the same IPv4 subnet. Adding multiple entry points in the same IPv4 subnet will result in an IP address conflict message, and the DNS64 address for the entry point will not be configured as expected. This issue occurs when IPv6 has not been deployed on the internal interfaces of the s…
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