hi...i m here agin with a problem...i m tryin g to network 2 win xp
machines...i set up computer names, workgroups and everything...but wen
i try to acces shared folders on one mc from another i get an
error...//(computer name) is not accesible you mite not have permission
to use this network resource .the network path was not found.
please tell me what could be wrong.
Aditi

cant ping the comp2 ...but an icon with its comp2 name exist
on the comp1 in the "computers on this workgroup" ...but wen clicked
on...error network path not
accesible...contact network administrator.

On 20 Jun 2005 13:08:01 -0700, "Aditi" <drool.galz@gmail.com> wrote:

Have you made a shareable directory or drive on one or both of the
machines? Check the Properties Menu for the dir/drive for Share
options.

I usually just Map a Drive/Folder rather than make the entire drive
accessible to sharing for security's sake.

Also, you need a user on both machines with the same password.

That aside, PC networking can be incredibly frustrating.

On 20 Jun 2005 08:05:47 -0700, "Aditi" <drool.galz@gmail.com> wrote:

Aditi,

This sounds like either a firewall problem, or a browser conflict. This
particular scenario is discussed fairly frequently at
microsoft.public.windowsxp.network_web. Please read each of these articles, and
linked articles, as appropriate:
<http://nitecruzr.blogspot.com/2005/05/your-personal-firewall-can-either-help.html>
<http://nitecruzr.blogspot.com/2005/05/browstat-utility-from-microsoft.html>
<http://nitecruzr.blogspot.com/2005/05/troubleshooting-network-neighborhood.html>

--
Cheers,
Chuck
http://nitecruzr.blogspot.com/
Paranoia is not a problem - it's a normal response from experience.
My email is AT DOT
actual address pchuck sonic net.

On 20 Jun 2005 08:05:47 -0700, "Aditi" <drool.galz@gmail.com> wrote:

Double-Click "My Computer", right-click your Drive C, select "Sharing and Security", check the
box, "Share this folder", click "Apply", OK. You need to do this on both machines.

How to configure file sharing in Windows XP http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=304040

Windows XP - Tips for Fixing XP File and Printer sharing.txt
http://www.tomsnetworking.com/Sectio...le64-page1.php

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If either computer has an internet connection, make damn sure that you're using a router with a
NAT firewall, or at the very least, Windows firewall active on BOTH machine. If not, all your
files will be accessable to anyone on the internet.

Click Start, Settings, Control Panel, Network Connections, Local Area Connections, General tab,
Properties button, Advanced tab, and check the box, "Protect my computer and network.... etc",
click "OK"

Description of the Windows XP Internet Connection Firewall
http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=320855

HOW TO: Enable or Disable Internet Connection Firewall in Windows XP
http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=283673

HOW TO: Open Ports in the Windows XP Internet Connection Firewall
http://www.microsoft.com/security/protect/ports.asp

Understanding Windows Firewall - Sp2
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/u...2_wfintro.mspx

i m using a direct crosover cable...
win xp on both mcs
zone alram on comp1 which connects to internet...
no firewall on the other mc...
got the cables from the market...
i hv shared printers and set some folders to be shared
the problem is...
COMP1->COMP2
comp1 shows comp2 in its work gp...but wen i try to acces it by double
clicking it...says network path not accesible...and
comp2 does not show comp1 at all in the work gp computers...so i guess
the problem is not wiht cable and comp1

Aditi wrote:

You haven't gone to BestBuy yet and grabbed a router and a couple
of stright thru cables ?

Looks like a config issue at the moment. Start looking through
the Control Panel Network Connections and fire up a Wizard and
see whats going on. Type F1 on the desktop and check out network
connections box.

On 21 Jun 2005 00:17:44 -0700, "Aditi" <drool.galz@gmail.com> wrote:

As I suggested in reply your original post, get a router... The built-in NAT firewall will
protect your shared files and folders from the internet. Go see how wide open you are...
http://grc.com/x/ne.dll?bh0bkyd2

The ideal way is to get a router/gateway like D-Link, Belkin, Netgear, Linksys, etc.
Belkin & Netgear are available at any Staples outlet.) It provides a firewall on the WAN side
to protect your shared files, it will allow you to share the internet connection, it will
negotiate the PPPoE or other type of IP connection automatically (you don't need ANY connection
software anymore), and doesn't cost much more than a good firewall.

Tiger Direct has D-Link - DI-604 - 4-Port Cable/DSL Router for $13.99
<http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/searchtools/item-Details.asp?sku=D700-2059&SRCCODE=CHANNELINC&cisrccode=cii_7240353&cpnc ode=07-3278917>
If the above link broke, use http://tinyurl.com/bh54v

Unk wrote:

TigerDirect has high shipping $10.67 for this item to my address.
You can save the shipping if you can find one locally.

hey ...but can someone help me with direct cable

thanks ...i cud find the problem...i was using zonealarm on comp1
....that was causing the problem.
;-p

Aditi wrote:

No - you'll thank us later if you get a router.