Here's the scenario:

W2K3 domain controller and an XP Pro client in a test lab. I've configured RRAS and can create the tunnel from the client to the DC using <VPNUser> and <Password>. A second ip address and adapter are visible on the client using <ipconfig /all> and the RRAS server confirms the connection. I've created a shared folder on the DC and assigned Share and NTFS permissions to allow <VPNUser> full access.

Problem:

I log into the client locally as Administrator, connect to the DC via the VPN tunnel and then try to access the shared folder via Windows Explorer (\\server\share). I receive a username and password dialog box. If I enter <VPNUser> and <Password>, I'm granted access.

Is this normal behaviour? I entered the correct details when I made the VPN connection and I had expected these credentials to be used by the server when I wanted to access the shared folder. Is there any way to avoid having to enter them on a second occasion?

I hope that I've explained the situation sufficiently.

Thanks in advance.