windows networking/sharing folders-???

[jcmuse]

I'm trying to add a computer to an existing win network. I only need to access 1 comp on the network (the server). I can see the individual "workgroup computers" but when i try to access them i get the "You might not have permission to access this network" message. =(
Is it me, or is networking a pain in the ass in xp pro? I feel like i am fiddling with things just to get myself added to the network. Is there any direct way to do it? Like, a program that will find the network and shared resources and let me access them?

Anyway, any help with the error message and questions is appreciated. thx

 

[Fardringle]

If you are using a domain, you need to add the domain user name of the PC you are connecting FROM to the permissions for the share on the PC you are connecting TO.

If you are using a workgroup, you need to connect to the PC you are connecting TO with a user name and password that has permission to access the share on that PC. Either that or you need to add the "FROM" PC's user name as an account with the same password on the "TO" PC.

(capitals on "TO" and "FROM" for emphasis)

 

[jcmuse]

i'm using a workgroup.
Yes, the username+pass i am connecting with exists on the server. I have tested it on a working computer.

I should probably also mention that this comp is connected wirelessly to the network (the others arent).

 

[Fresh Daemon]

You aren't running software firewalls, are you? You may need to punch a hole in them for the specific IP addresses of the computers. If running the XP firewall, try running the Network Setup Wizard - it will configure the firewall for you automatically.