Re: How do I connect two computers in a network with a network cab

#1 01-05-2006, 04:03 AM

"Steve Winograd [MVP]" wrote:

> In article <uMLYeBErFHA.2212@TK2MSFTNGP15.phx.gbl>, "Serge"
> <noaddress@noaddress.net> wrote:
> >I've established Local Area Connection at 100 mb/s and I set all the
> >permitions in simple file sharing but neither computer shows up in My
> >Networks. What am I doing wrong?
> >Thanks in advance for all the suggestions.
>
> If you're connecting the computers directly to each other, without a
> hub, switch, or router, make sure that you're using a crossover cable.
> A regular cable won't work.
>
> Run XP's Network Setup Wizard on both computers. It will make all the
> right settings, create a "Shared Documents" folder on each computer,
> and share all the printers:
>
> XP ICS - Starting the Network Setup Wizard
> http://www.practicallynetworked.com/...rksetupwiz.htm
>
> You can then right-click and share any other desired disks and
> folders.
>
> If there are firewall programs on either computer, configure them to
> allow access on the local area network.
> --
> Best Wishes,
> Steve Winograd, MS-MVP (Windows Networking)
>
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