Add Windows Firewall Exception

During Windows XP service pack 2 installation, the Windows Firewall is installed and enabled and blocks all incoming data to your computer. The Security Center utility can be used to add exceptions which will allow Windows applications such as File and Printer Sharing and Remote Desktop to receive data from other computers on your network.

In order for RPM to receive data, an exception must be created.

Note: We recommend you do not disable the Windows Firewall. Firewalls provide a much higher level of security to your computer than default Windows security.

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Add Firewall Program Exception

With the Windows Firewall turned on, an exception must be added to allow RPM to receive incoming print jobs. To add the firewall exceptions, follow these instructions.

1. Choose Control Panel from the Windows Start menu. Open the Security Center utility.

   

2. Beneath Manage security settings for, select Windows Firewall. The Windows Firewall dialog will be displayed.

   

3. Determine the status of the Windows Firewall. If the Windows Firewall is off, it is not blocking connections from your host system. Regardless of the status, we recommend adding the program exception as the Windows Firewall may be turned on at any time.

   

4. Open the Exceptions tab and click the Add Program button. In the Add a Program dialog, click Browse and locate the application you wish to allow. In this case, the application is C:\Program Files\Brooks Internet Software\RPM\RPMSrvc.exe.

   

5. Verify RPMSrvc.exe is listed in the Programs and Services list and press the OK button to accept the changes and dismiss the dialog. Press OK on the network connection's "Properties" dialog to apply the changes.

   Note: Do not make any changes to the existing exceptions.

   

Your new firewall exceptions will take effect immediately.