Want to change OS on server

[jlaw]

I have a server running Backoffice 4.5. We only have 7 computers on the network. I have been having problems with backoffice server ( somehow it change back to an old password, users cannot connect to the network all of a sudden, etc.) I wanted to just change the OS to 98 and just use a workgroup instead of a domain. What steps will I have to take to make sure all of the computers in the office can connect to this new server?

[AllGamer]

Keep the Same Computer NAME, and same IP Address

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[Sterling_Aug]

Delete the domain and create the workgroup then reboot.

[jlaw]

How would I go about deleting the domain? And are you talking about the client machines?

[bassman]

If the server you're talking about is the Primary Domain Controller, on formatting, it will...not be anymore. You'll then have to change the settings concerning domain/workgroup on the client PCs.
Are you going with Win98 for the server?! :eek:

[jlaw]

yes I am just wanting to set up a peer-to-peer network. We have an Access database that everyone in the office must be able to access. Plus an internet connection.

[Sterling_Aug]

On the client machines.

Also check into using analogx.coms proxy server program for Internet Connection Sharing. It is free and takes only seconds to configure.

[Midknyte]

get a router for your internet sharing.

Even in peer to peer, a server OS would be a better choice. Win98 has very little security. I wouldn't want to put confidential information on a win98 machine.