Need help setting up a 2 computer network

Discussion in 'Hardware' started by Dan89, Jun 8, 2005.

  1. Dan89

    Dan89 Private E-2

    Hi I am new to making networks, I have never done it before. Anyway, I just want to make a network so I can share files betwee the 2 computers and do some LAN gaming. I attempted to set up a newtork but failed miserably. A link or suggestion would be very helpful. Thanks in advance

    1st comp, its a Dell with Windows XP Home Edition
    2nd comp is a custom with WindowsXP Professional.

    Any other info you need just post it.
     
  2. softcell72

    softcell72 Specialist

    what kind of network are you trying to setup?
    here is a link to get you started anyway, home network ;)
    it's really not that hard once you get everything connected.
     
  3. Dan89

    Dan89 Private E-2

    "what kind of network are you trying to setup?"
    I dont really know what you mean, I just want a network that I can use to transfer files between the 2 computers and play LAN games.
     
  4. softcell72

    softcell72 Specialist

    ok, the basics.
    what are you using... for example, ethernet, wireless, direct cable?
    have you purchased any equipment or do you have any idea what you want or need?

    I guess what I'm asking is: are you looking for suggestions on what to buy or do you have parts and need to know what to do with them?
     
  5. Dan89

    Dan89 Private E-2

    everything is already hooked up, they bolth can get on the internet at the same time, i just want to know how to set up a network so i can share files between the computer and play games against the person on the other computer.
     
  6. softcell72

    softcell72 Specialist

    if you are using a firewall, (everyone should if they use the internet) then you need to make sure that both computers show the lan as a trusted zone.
    you can also specify what folders and files you want shared click on properties and put a check in share this file on the network.
    for gaming setup help click here
     
  7. cat5e

    cat5e MajorGeek


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