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If you have VPN connectivity, there normally shouldn't be NAT involved. So how is this set up?<br />
I think we need a bit more information about your setup.
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If you have VPN connectivity, there normally shouldn't be NAT involved. So how is this set up?
I think we need a bit more information about your setup.

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We have just acquired a new business and have established VPN connectivity. How do we make Active Directory services available from our office to the new one behind NAT?<br />
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Can you please explain our considerations in this scenario including; firewall rules and any links that can assist us with the configuration.<br />
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Thank you.
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We have just acquired a new business and have established VPN connectivity. How do we make Active Directory services available from our office to the new one behind NAT?
  
Can you please explain our considerations in this scenario including; firewall rules and any links that can assist us with the configuration.
 
Thank you.

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