Using the Microsoft Exchange Remote Connectivity Analyzer

So, when things are seemingly broken with Exchange connectivity from the Internet, where do we turn?

The Microsoft Exchange Remote Connectivity Analyzer:

• Microsoft Exchange Remote Connectivity Analyzer

There is, however, a very important security caveat when it comes to some of the connectivity tests:

Do you see it?

Yes, there is a requirement for a domain username and password!

So, when it comes to testing certain types of connectivity to Exchange, we need to set up a temporary username and password and once we are done delete that account.

Other than that _small_ caveat, the tool is very helpful! ;)

Philip Elder
MPECS Inc.
Microsoft Small Business Specialists
Co-Author: SBS 2008 Blueprint Book

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