jim fisher on 22 Jan 2010 12:20:53 -0800


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Re: [PLUG] Remotely viewing Windows VNC from Ubuntu


On 1/22/10, Lee Marzke <lee@marzke.net> wrote:
> OK,
>
> I can't seem to get a connection for troubleshooting a remote Windows box.
>
> Windows server 2003, with RealVNC server,  or TightVNC server installed.
>
> I've tried using the Ubuntu packages
> xtightvncviewer
>
> But all connections are rejected for Auth error.  Even  if I disable
> the password required on the VNC server.
>
> With gvncviewer on Ubuntu
>
> The auth is fine, but the remote server immediatly disconnects.
>
> Does anyone have a working configuration ?
>

I use vinagre - it just works.  Via the gui, I think it's branded
"Remote Desktop Viewer"


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