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May 11th, 2005 21:00
Can’t access computer running Windows XP Professional over otherwise functional network.
I have set up a wireless network which is for the most part successful. Both computers see the internet, and my newer Inspiron, which runs Windows XP Professional can access files on my older Deskptop which runs Windows XP Home.
However the shared files on the newer laptop do not show up under Network Places on the older desktop. In addition, when I click “show workgroup computers” on the desktop, the icon for the laptop does show up. However, when I click that icon, I get an error message to the effect that:
“Inspiron 5160 is not accessible. You might not have permission to use that network resource. Contact the administrator of this server to find out if you have access permission. The network path was not found.”
I am the only “administrator.” I imagine that I have to somehow configure one or both computers so that my desktop has access to my laptop. I remember setting a password for some purpose when I set up my laptop, but I have not had occasion to use it. I don’t know where to even start setting up the configuration or granting access.
Thank You.
Jerry Park
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May 11th, 2005 22:00
I just just set up the same username and password on each system. Then, when I am logged in to computer 1 and want to connect to computer 2, computer 1 sends my login and password to computer 2. Computer 2 recognizes me and allows access.
volcano11
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May 12th, 2005 01:00
mcuhobliged,
The most common cause of the problem you are having is improperly configured firewalls. On any computer running Windows XP with SP1, disable the Windows XP firewall. It will not allow File and Printer Sharing. On computers running Windows XP with SP2, make sure that the Windows XP firewall has File and Printer Sharing checked off on the Exceptions tab. If you are running any third party firewalls, like those provided by such programs as Zone Alarm, Norton Internet Security, or McAfee Security Center, make sure they are configured to allow local network traffic.
Steve