Topic: Access

[chetan.03]

Hi
I have a quick question, how can i check whether my apache is working or not remotely.?

I have installed the Apache on a server, which has an IP address. Now i just want to check the Apache from a client machine. How can i do that.?
Can you please do help me regarding this.

thanks,
Chetan

[chetan.03]

Hi,
I am not able to connect to the Apache sever when i type http://155.000.00.00 (sample IP).
gives me the error" cannot display the webpage", but it works fine locally.

Do i need to make any changes in the Server, please help me out in this issue.


thanks,
Chetan

[James Blond]

first get your real external ip with a page like this http://whatismyip.com/

If you still can't connect you maybe have to configure a portforwarding into your router / modem. Maybe your firewall(s) is/are blocking to reach it from outside.

[thedolphin13]

I am having the same problem - just posted before finding yours. Port forwarding appears to be set correctly (it's very simple) but I feel something must be missed.

Visit http://lifehacker.com/software/top/geek-to-live--how-to-access-a-home-server-behind-a-routerfirewall-127276.php

for instructions on how to set port forwarding...however, I am having the same problem so I am not sure this is complete - but if I turn it off, I cannot connect locally.

[thedolphin13]

Question:
Most everyone is able to connect without problem - why can I only connect locally?

Answer:
My ISP (verizon) blocks port 80 off-site - chances are, that is what is going on with you.

Call your ISP and see if you can upgrade your account.