IP addresses and computer names

find a computer name using an i.p.?

do you know the i.p.?

If so, just goto a command prompt and type:

ping -a xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx x being the i.p.

If you have a server running 2k, it's logs will show you computer name connections and log-ins.

Not sure what else to tell you unless you are looking for some program than scans your network for any machines... I use a program called "Hyena" which will do a complete network scan of local domains and other trusted domains which you must add. This program will give you a complete listing of all computers, os, i.p., and users... lots more info also.

Good luck.

Alternatively, if your computers receive their IP addresses via DHCP, check the active leases on the DHCP server.

If your DNS server is configured in the Active Directory-integrated mode, all computers are dynamically registered in DNS as they connect to the network. So you could also check yoru DNS entries for the IP address in question.