Networking Problem

[aP07]

Greetings.

I have 2 computers. I have a Dell laptop and an LG desktop both running XP. I have a wireless modem (Bell Sympatico). My laptop connects wirelessly and the desktop connects via ethernet. I have created a home network and I can see both computers. What I mean is that when I view the workgroup computers, I see the other computer but I cannot access it. I've had this problem before but I can't remember what I did to solve it.

The main reason for doing this is to be able to print wirelessly. I know, because I used to do it with my old desktop (Dell). What am I missing? If you need more information just post and I'll get back to you.

Thanks in advance.

 

[cipher00]

Did you set up user accounts for each computer?

 

[aP07]

Um, yes of course. Windows XP user accounts on both.

 

[nweaver]

Originally posted by: aP07
Um, yes of course. Windows XP user accounts on both.

so computer1 has user1 password1, and you have that same user1 and password1 on computer 2, right?

 

[aP07]

No they have 2 different usernames with 2 different passwords..

 

[cipher00]

Sorry, I was unclear. What I meant was: does each machine have each other's names?

 

[aP07]

Yes they do... they are both on the same workgroup and can see each other. The problem is something is not letting me connect.

 

[JackMDS]

Successful Sharing involves some general consideration in Network settings,http://www.ezlan.net/sharing.html

As well as specific adjustment of each computer according to what it is allowed to be shared.

Basic XP - http://www.microsoft.com/techn...ntain/filesharing.mspx

Advanced XP - http://support.microsoft.com/d...x?scid=kb;en-us;304040

Printer Sharing XP - http://www.microsoft.com/windo...t/honeycutt_july2.mspx

Windows Native Firewall setting for Sharing XP - http://support.microsoft.com/kb/875357