Configure Inbound/Outbound NICS

On Win2000 Server, two nics are usually used for connecting to two diferrent subnets (like the Internet and private subnet).
One nic would service local (private) subnet.
Other nic would be connected to external subnet (Internet).
You can connect subnets by following methods:
1. enabling routing in RRAS console
2. enabling NAT also in RRAS console
3. enabling ICS in Local Area Connection Properties. BTW, I avoid this all the time.
4. by installing firewall software like ISA Server 2000.

If you are using a Compaq or HP system, simply us the Network Teaming options in the NIC config utils. Make sure your Switch supports the setup though. For instance, a switch that supports "port trunking" will work fine...Like Cisco, HP, etc. Configure the switch for port trunking on the 2 connected ports for your server. It is pretty easy to do.