Connect to SQL Server 2000 trough internet (adsl connection )

Hi guys,

Can somebody tell me where i can find ( or explain me ) the steps to

connect to sql server using the internet. I am using VB6 (SP6) and SQL SERVER 2000

I want to set up asql server on a central location ( PC ) so that 4 different sites can access the data stored

Thanks for all help

grtz Robert

Instead of a ServerName in the Connection String, use the IP address instead (the port number may also be necessary.)

Server=10.0.0.1

Server=10.0.0.1,2500;

The above connects using IP port 2500 (the SQL Server default port on a single instance computer is 1433).

There may be firewall issues. Verify that the same port number is open through firewalls for the server and all computers that will connect to the server.