Networking Issues

[CT2TXtech]

Hey all,

I AM networking two PC's. ANyone got any ideas. I am using DLink DI-604, both boards have onboard nics. I got both systems to access the internet, but i just cant figure out how to share files. Any advice? Thanks

 

[microAmp]

What OS are you using?

 

[CT2TXtech]

XP PRO on both
i should have said that

 

[Bug]

Do you have the 2 machines set up as a workgroup? If so, make sure the workgroup name is the same for both machines.
It's easier to use a hub or switch with normal ethernet cables, than to use cross-over cables to connect the 2 computers directly. This way, you can just plug in an additional computer into the hub or switch if need be w/o interrupting the other 2 units.

 

[CT2TXtech]

I am using a router, not just connecting the machines. Yes they are named the same. ANyone out there networked their computers that are willing to help me out. Again, I can share internet access, but I cannot share files. Thanks

 

[Bug]

You've gotta provide more info here:
1) Are you assigning static IP's to each machine? You mentioned using a router. Would that be a cable/dsl router? If so, many of them allow the use of the router as a DHCP server.
2) Can you ping the gateway? I'd assume so, if you are using a cable/dsl router.
2) Can you ping the other machine from one computer? If not, check your Ipconfig settings from a Command Prompt.

 

[jmagg]

What does Network Neighborhood show in Computers Near Me?

 

[Joemonkey]

right click the folder you want to share, go to sharing and security and enable file sharing