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Score Internet access issue on new installation of SP2
RickT - 13 Jan 2007 10:49 PM - 3 messages
Just installed XP SP2 on new machine.  SMC nic connected behind router and firewall.  IPCONFIG /all displays correct DHCP supplied address, gateway, DNS, subnet mask etc.  Can ping from one system to another and can see share ...
Score Adding PC to simple home network (I DID google first)
CompleteNewb - 13 Jan 2007 7:42 PM - 2 messages
I realize there's hundreds of posts out there about this, but the ones that led to websites with directions just didn't sem to work, and others seemed to assume a lot of knowledge on the part of the poster. ...
Score mnetwork over the internet
mkulago - 13 Jan 2007 7:40 PM - 2 messages
What is the best way to network several computers at  different locations over the internet? I need to have an access to Eudora, outlook, and quickbooks datafiles stored on one of the computers from the applications on the other ...
Score 2nd network?
johnnyboy - 13 Jan 2007 2:41 PM - 2 messages
I already operate my PC & LTop with an unsecured wireless network.  How do I set up a second secure network before deleting the original?? ...
Score Why need to repiar lan connection
rajiv - 13 Jan 2007 11:48 AM - 2 messages
When i disconnect the Lan connection in  Lap top after some time when i connect the Lan but it dont works when i repair the lan connection it star working . Each time when i connect i have to rpair lan connection.What is the ...
Score LAN & Internet Setup Problem with DI-524
nidhi.x - 13 Jan 2007 9:37 AM - 3 messages
Hi just got a D-Link DI-524 Router and connected it to my LAN that had a shared internet at home. I am running one PC (say pc-A) connected to the internet thru a 'ethernet cable' (no modem). this uses a 'dialer', ...
Score Laptop to Desktop Trouble!
ConfuciouS - 13 Jan 2007 6:20 AM - 2 messages
Hi and thanks for taking the time to assist me. Okay, in one room I have a laptop with a DSL connection and I have a desktop in another room that has no connection or outlet. I bought a Linksys  wireless router which is connected ...
Score Firewire Network
John Simplex - 13 Jan 2007 4:42 AM - 6 messages
I setup a firewire network in addition to my usual 100 mbps I now can transfer files at 400 mbps. All I did was connect a firewire cable to each system and that was it. I am looking for some way to transfer files by selecting 100 mbps or ...
Score Share permissions problem
njem - 13 Jan 2007 1:05 AM - 2 messages
I had a system with sensitive data in the Shared Docs with an open share. The local user and one other system needed access to the data. I changed the permissions in the share to just those two users and ...
Score computer freeze with error message when online
esmerlda - 13 Jan 2007 12:48 AM - 2 messages
When on the internet my computer freezes, while displaying an error message. Can't log off the internet or close pages. In order to get out or turn the internet connection off I must shut down and restart computer. My internet ...
Score Cannot log on the pc.
carlosalbertomessi - 12 Jan 2007 7:53 PM - 3 messages
I cannot log on a pc in my network. The pc uses Microsoft XP and it is part of a domain. Each time I log it logs off by itself, I don't know what to do, I don't know what happen? I'm waiting for an option, I try to log on the ...
Score Setting up a VPN
Preacher Ted - 12 Jan 2007 7:23 PM - 2 messages
If I wish to setup a Virtual Private Network (VPN) does at least one of the PC need to be running Windows Server as opposed to Windows XP or Windows XP Pro? Is this still true if you only wish the VPN to connect two PCs? ...
Score USB Wireless Adapter on a USB Printer
Jay - 12 Jan 2007 7:18 PM - 3 messages
Hi ... crasy idea here. Has anyone tried to put a wireless USB adapter (looks like a thumb drive) onto the USB port of a regular printer (would need a USB A-B adapter) and be able to access it from another ...
Score Windows XP File sharing between different subnets
Toddah - 12 Jan 2007 4:19 PM - 4 messages
Can a workgroup share files across a VPN with the workstations on the far end in a 10.10.20.X subnet and the near end being in a 192.168.1.X subnet? I can ping workststions on both ends, I can do remote desktop from bothe ...
Score Linksys WRT54GL and Remote Desktop
Tom Scales - 12 Jan 2007 2:34 PM - 8 messages
I'm having a problem and can't figure it out.  I've done this before, so I know the steps. Remote desktop works fine within my house.  I want to use it from outside, so I opened up 3389 and forwarded it to the proper machine.  Made sure the ...
Score Don't think your computer has errors
gcbmnrursifm - 12 Jan 2007 12:09 PM - 3 messages
It's a known fact that over 93.7% of computers that are over 30 days old are infected with spyware and adware. Such software is rarely accompanied by an uninstall utility and even when it is it almost always leaves broken Windows Registry errors behind it. ...
Score Why am I able to browse most sites but not others?
bc_bonkers - 12 Jan 2007 8:27 AM - 2 messages
I can ping every site that I can browse, all IM's work but the sites I can't browse like eBay and paypal I cant ping. I use VDSL with a Mirosoft MN-100 Router. Both computers just started having this problem at the same time. I ...
Score Setting up Home Network w/ 2 Routers
ShawnMix - 12 Jan 2007 4:48 AM - 6 messages
Ok I have a bit of a complicated situation and have gotten so frustrated trying to get it to work properly.  I have googled all over and on all different variations of the topic with no real help.  So ...
Score Can you turn off automatic prompt to connect to VPN
Mucco - 12 Jan 2007 2:30 AM - 2 messages
I set up a VPN connection to connect to the office network. I don't have any problem connecting to the other network. My problem is that if there is no network connection (such as when I am first coming out of hibernation or if ...
Score No network on one machine
Terry - 12 Jan 2007 1:58 AM - 4 messages
I took my computer apart to borrow the CD burner.  Everything was working fine before I touched it. Now I have put the machine back together and I have no network on this machine. I can unplug the network cable and XP reports that it is unplugged. ...
Score Slow file transfers in Remote Desktop
Blue Max - 11 Jan 2007 11:26 PM - 2 messages
Our file transfers are slower than "Cold Tar" between our office and home computers when using Windows Remote Desktop.  Does anyone else have this problem? The Remote Desktop seems to be snappy until we start working with Windows Explorer on the host machine.  Our file transfers should be lightning fast ...
Score What does XP do with lease for shutdown/restart?
Peabody - 11 Jan 2007 9:17 PM - 7 messages
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Score Peer to peer wireless networking without router
Maxwell2006 - 11 Jan 2007 8:26 PM - 2 messages
Hi, We have two DELL laptops and both of them have functional wireless network card. Is it possible to do peer to peer wireless networking with this two laptops? I have done the similar thing by connecting two laptops with a cross over ...
Score Brand New XP Client needs attachment to a workgroup.
0uterlimitz - 11 Jan 2007 7:41 PM - 4 messages
Thank you in advance for any help you may provide. Ok.  So I need to install an XP client that was part of a previous network into a whole new network comprised of multiple servers and clients, all of which are XP. ...
Score sharing files on windowns xp pro and xp home 111111111111
faaaaa1 - 11 Jan 2007 7:08 PM - 2 messages
i have windows xp professional in my computer and my friendand  has windows xp home edition and im trying to share some files with him we both run the wizard and set up a workgroup i gave him my workgroup name but when we both ...
Score XP DNS problem
kleinbottle5 - 11 Jan 2007 6:18 PM - 3 messages
We have a local network of 70 mixed Windows PC workstations.  Some are NT4, some Win2000 and 6 are XP(Pro).  The DHCP is serviced by an NT4 server. The 6 XP workstations over the last few months sporadically (every 2 ...
Score computer networking
adrumsolo4u - 11 Jan 2007 2:47 PM - 3 messages
i am just starting a small business, and right now i need to create a network that allows me to share files with one of my partners. basically, a network across the internet...can this be done? and if you were about to tell me ...
Score two dsl in one pc
llemm - 11 Jan 2007 1:20 PM - 3 messages
hi guys! just want to ask if its possible to connect two dsl connection on one pc. i already have a dsl directly connected to my pc. can i connect another dsl so i can reap a dual  dsl speed? ...
Score Windows Xp / 2000 networking
WENZU5 - 11 Jan 2007 12:34 PM - 4 messages
Hi All, I have a win xp / 2000 connected via a router.  I can see the (win 2000) shared files on the xp.  However I can't see the win Xp shared files from 2000 pc.  I can ping the Xp.  I can see the Xp icon from my network places on ...
Score Revert to earlier version of Internet Explorer
daveiosys - 11 Jan 2007 9:12 AM - 2 messages
11 January 2007. Ladies & Gentlemen: Recently downloaded & installed Internet Explorer Version 7 on my wife's HP Laptop. Due to several changes this created; including but not limited to changes in the way the toolbar is laid out and configured she wants to revert to the version of Internet Explorer she had been using prior to the upgrade. ...
Score File & Printer sharing
Pat Garard - 11 Jan 2007 8:13 AM - 4 messages
G'Day All, I am assisting my daughter who has 2 computers connected to a DLink DSL302G ADSL Modem: 1. Desktop via USB 2. Notebook via Ethernet Both can now access the internet. This is a supported configuration and File/Printer Sharing should be ...
Score Network went down after XBox 360 Extender Setup
Chris Taplin - 11 Jan 2007 7:34 AM - 4 messages
I have an MCE computer that is networked through a Router to wired and wireless computers.  It has worked fine for years, but I lost access to its drives and printer recently when I tried to add a second XBox360 Extender. ...
Score Router / Gateway / Internet Problem
amerar@iwc.net - 11 Jan 2007 4:30 AM - 4 messages
Hi, Maybe someone can help me.  I'm experiencing something weird. First, here is my basic setup.  I have a Linksys Router which is 192.168.1.1.  I have a 16 port switch for all my computers & printers. ...
Score Network problem - again
Ragnar Midtskogen - 11 Jan 2007 3:40 AM - 6 messages
Hello, Home network, 3 Windows XP Pro, one Windows 2000 Pro. All connected to a DLink DIR-625 with cables. Everything was working fine as late as yesterday. Problem: One XP machine can no longer see any of the other machines in ...
Score computers dropping domain constantly
MDHensley - 11 Jan 2007 2:15 AM - 3 messages
I have approx. 10 computers in a classroom that drop the domain once a month. After unjoining and rejoining the domain, they are good for another month.  All computers in the lab have been ghosted using the same image and have Deep ...
Score general question
ejw - 11 Jan 2007 12:04 AM - 3 messages
does anyone know how to deconfigurate an intel server.. i thought it was a straight format wiping everything off the hard /or taking it off the domain.. any idea where i can research this... thanks e ...
Score XP Sharing Folder Updates
GR - 10 Jan 2007 8:01 PM - 2 messages
We have 4 computers on a home office network and I was wondering if there is anyway of adding some sort of audio alert when a file is added to my sharing folder?  Instead of having to check it several times a day. ...
Score Net command to disable appliance
Rick Altman - 10 Jan 2007 4:07 PM - 3 messages
I have a NAS on our network which we use for scheduled backups overnight. It stays on during the day, but becomes a drag when Windows wakes it up regularly during file operations. I would like to know if I can disable it through software, perhaps a Net ...
Score Online shut down
Jack Robinson - 10 Jan 2007 3:24 PM - 2 messages
Since installing "YAHOO". When closing my internet connection, I get a notice that internet exployer has encountered a problem and must shut down. etc. Each time I report the problem and each time I continue to get same notice at shut down,  for at least a month ?? Is reporting the problem to ...
Score "My Computer" Blank and Non-Responsive
Danny - 10 Jan 2007 1:06 AM - 3 messages
After a period of 3 hours, when I double-click "My Computer" from the desktop, it opens totally blank. When attempting to close it, it is non responsive. Task manager is the only way to close it and then it causes the ...
Score Sharing C:/ drives on a windows workgroup.
jpaez1020 - 9 Jan 2007 11:51 PM - 5 messages
Hey all. I am working on setting up a small windows network at the office where I work.  All 3  computers on the network are running windows XP pro. I have no problem sharing printers and files in the 'Shared' folder, ...
Score Internet sound
Cjpearce66 - 9 Jan 2007 11:49 PM - 4 messages
Does anyone have any idea why my internet sound has just stopped working. sites like youtube no longer play the sound and also limewire has stopped connecting to download. i have checked advanced settings in internet settings and ticked the right ...
Score need help sharing pc on my lan
Buggs1a - 9 Jan 2007 9:44 PM - 4 messages
i have windows xp pro sp2 all updates etc. how do i share all drives, all files, all folders without having to log in? i want to share my entire pc for myself on my lan and don't want to log in at all. i want the c drive ...
Score Login scripts and wireless networks
Steve at TAG - 9 Jan 2007 9:20 PM - 3 messages
Hello all When I try to login via VPN to the company netrwork, my network shares (which are provided by a vbs script) do not show up. If I am on a wired network, and I click the "Log on using the dial-up-connection", I will get ...
Score Can't view webpages on IE or firefox
obarrera7 - 9 Jan 2007 8:15 PM - 2 messages
I am running Windows XP. I have internet connection as I can receive and send emails on my outlook without any problems, but once I open IE or Firefox it shows can't view the page. Everyone else in the network ...
Score Remote desktop web connection
bqtovzla - 9 Jan 2007 8:07 PM - 3 messages
Hi gurus I have xp pro sp2 and until a few days I was able to use my rww connection fine, now I have the option to connect but once I hit connect in the lower left corner an error onpage appears, nothing else, nada, that is all it says ...
Score I'm an idiot and need help with a VPN!
rugbyplayerseattheirdead - 9 Jan 2007 8:03 PM - 6 messages
We have a small company with 4 computers in one state that are networked that share a folder and the internet connection with another computer in another state that connects to our shared folder via the VPN. Two weeks before Thanksgiving the one computer in the other state ...
Score Problem Connecting to Enterprise Wireless network
Jim - 9 Jan 2007 6:50 PM - 3 messages
Ok, let me lay it out for you. We have 4 different offices with secure wireless set up at all of these locations.  I don't broadcast any SSID's and we are using WPA-PSK, along with RADIUS authentication.  Computers pull down a group policy which holds a ...
Score Queries about LAN Connectivity and Wireless Network Connection Properties
Enquiring Mind - 9 Jan 2007 12:08 PM - 8 messages
Hi, Can anyone help with the following questions: 1. When the LAN icon in the system tray gives the message "Little or no connectivity", does this just mean that the LAN is not set up to have a shared Internet connection, but is otherwise alright for other network ...
Score How to Force Alpha-Numeric Passwords to increase network security?
studyandcareer - 9 Jan 2007 10:56 AM - 2 messages
How to Force Alpha-Numeric Passwords to increase network security? Also for networking tips [link] or [link] Regards, ...
Score Couldnot connect to Office Network
Fonti - 9 Jan 2007 8:03 AM - 4 messages
We have 3 PC's & 2 laptops with Windows XP Professional  on each of them & 1 network Xerox Printer, which has IP address assigned manually. Internet sharing is done by sharing one computers internet DSL connection. Problem is that One PC which has Internet connection is unable to connect to ...
Score Home networking problem.
Ster150 - 9 Jan 2007 3:48 AM - 11 messages
I have searched the web and microsofts sites trying to find a solution to my problem but I have not found anything that works correctly. I would greatly appreciate it if anyone has any ideas as to what is wrong or how I can fix my ...
Score Opening File attachments in IE message
P Delph - 9 Jan 2007 3:39 AM - 2 messages
When I try to open a file I received in an e-mail, I get the message: "THIS FILE DOES NOT HAVE A PROGRAM ASSOCIATED WITH IT FOR PERFORMING THIS ACTION".  How do I create an association in the Folder Options control panel>  Where is ...
Score Controlling iChat at the router
Rick Altman - 9 Jan 2007 3:32 AM - 6 messages
I have a Netgear RangeMax WPN824 and would like to know if I can specifically control iChat. My daughter has an iBook that she uses for homework. She also uses iChat, sometimes more than she should. We would like to block iChat during homework time -- can this be done? I know how to set ...
Score Computer not visible on network, but was previously visible
vinitlee - 9 Jan 2007 1:14 AM - 2 messages
For quite some time, my computer was visible to the rest of the computers on my network. After being part of a different network for some time and then reconnecting to this network, however, it is not visible on the other connected computers. I can ...
Score New Laptop can access only 1 of 2 computers on the network
SonomaAirporter - 8 Jan 2007 11:49 PM - 19 messages
Trying to add new laptop to existing network which works fine. But laptop cannot communicate with one of the desktops. I've read dozens of posts regarding similar problems, but none of the solutions works for me. Here are the details of the setup and results of the things I've tried: ...
Score LAN Problems
JerryB - 8 Jan 2007 10:38 PM - 2 messages
I have 3 computers running XP-SP2.  They are networked via a router. A is able to map drives on B & C. Neither B or C can map drives on A. B is able to map drives on C. ...
Score Windows XP Professional vs. XP Home workgroup issue
misop1 - 8 Jan 2007 8:39 PM - 3 messages
I configured an XP professional machine with shared folder access, (group = everyone has full permission), and security settings allowed access per user account but here's the problem: Workgroup is configured using special permissions per folder but there are varying versions of Windows on the network, (i.e. HOME and PRO).  Each user I ...
Score Network Permissions?
dgfisher - 8 Jan 2007 8:07 PM - 3 messages
Long story.  Had existing network on wireles router with three computers.  Upgraded mail computer and used PDMover to xfer files.  Had errors so restored windows and building from scratch.  Now when I try to access other ...
Score Which IP addresses (static) for internal communication between two computers?
Thomas Gunnarsrud - 8 Jan 2007 7:53 PM - 8 messages
I have a system running WinXP (embedded) that will have two LAN ports. Port 1 connects to another computer and port 2 can be connected to any kind of private or public network, or not connected to anything. However, Port 1 and the other remote computer connects directly and static. ...
Score Error in PCs opening each other.
Preacher Ted - 8 Jan 2007 7:03 PM - 4 messages
We have a workgroup of four Windows XP Home PCs. All have the same workgroup name. One is hard wired the other three are wireless. All can connect to the internet. All have their "C" drives shared. All have had the utility "Network ...
Score Remote Desktop Connection over VPN
naza - 8 Jan 2007 7:00 PM - 8 messages
hi, I am using a VPN connection to do a remote connection another pc using Windows XP's Pro Remote Desktop. But When i login It always logs of any other user that is logged in on that machine at the time. How can i ...
Score Q about LAN IP
Poprivet - 8 Jan 2007 5:53 PM - 11 messages
Hi, 3 PCs on my home LAN, a Westell Versalink 327W gateway: All working fine - shares fine - using 192. ... .43 a DELL dual Xeon/win2k, 45 my laptop with XP Home, and desktop on 46 with XP Pro, all completely up ...
Score can't connect laptop to desktop -urgent-
monkeybuttorama - 8 Jan 2007 5:03 PM - 4 messages
hopefully I get a responce in the next hour.. I can't figure out the problem.. I have all the right stuff installed, according to all the info I have, and it says that the computers are connected, they are on the same workgroup, and on my laptop, I can see, but ...
Score Video network??
AllDayElectric - 8 Jan 2007 4:33 PM - 3 messages
I'm trying to send a security video system to my Dell through the Svideo input and the machine doesn't recognize any of it. Any Ideas??? ...
Score How to stay in a workgroup but also be apart of a domain
webtreasure - 8 Jan 2007 3:54 PM - 4 messages
I want to leave my laptop be in a workgroup but i was wondering if anyone knew a way or had a program that allowed you to be apart of a domain and log in so it seemed like you were on a domain but windows ...
Score Small Network NO Floppies
Nino Alvarez - 8 Jan 2007 3:13 PM - 2 messages
Two Weeks ago the "girls" PC died. It was connected to My-PC. File and printer sharing worked OK on a CrossOver cable. Bought a new PC for the "girls". New PC does NOT have floppy drive. Ran the wizard.  Got options to create Network Setup Disk to removable media ...
Score Default Share access only for domain administrator (XP Professional SP2)
siciliano - 8 Jan 2007 3:04 PM - 4 messages
Hi folks I'm stuck with the Windows XP default share access. The idea behind my plan is that the domain administrator should be able to access all client default shares. Right now all users can access every default share in the network (change permission). ...
Score Wireless networks
FayeC - 8 Jan 2007 11:40 AM - 2 messages
I have 3 computers connected using a wireless router (DLink - DI 624). 2 computers are wired and one is wireless. They all use NetBEUI to share files and printer. When the wireless laptop is connected through the wireless card it ...
Score Destination host unreachable to my directly connected gateway
anita1766 - 8 Jan 2007 3:18 AM - 2 messages
This a bit mysterious to me. when I ping, tracert to my gateway ip 192.168.0.1 router, I get Destination host unreachable. I can however telnet to the router I havent turned off ICMP echo response on my gateway router. ...
Score Connecting two wireless routers
Echo - 8 Jan 2007 12:56 AM - 6 messages
I have two wireless routers, WRT54G v. 2 and BEFW11S4 v. 4.  I'll call them A and B respectively.  Router A is connected to the a modem which connects to the internet and one computer, running windows XP, is ...
Score unable to ping host computer
steve - 7 Jan 2007 11:45 PM - 2 messages
i have just got new computor which is on xp pro my client computer is on xp home.i set up small network using the wizard said all ok.can connect to the net with both machines.onthe host when viewing work group computers get error ...
Score Problem adding laptop to existing home network
meyer47 - 7 Jan 2007 8:47 PM - 4 messages
I have an existing xp home network with two pcs connected.  I have a laptop that I've connected through an ethernet port in my house.  I can get internet service on the laptop, but when I run the network wizard ...
Score Windows XP
shaz - 7 Jan 2007 6:14 PM - 3 messages
Hi I am enquiring to how i can put a genuine windows XP home edition on my computer.  When i dont have a disc to install it, but i do have a product key number.  Do i need the disc to install the windows XP? ...
Score Joining Two Folders From Different Computers Into One
RGillaspy - 7 Jan 2007 5:55 PM - 3 messages
I Have Set Up A Home Net Work On 5 Computers and it works fine. My Question is how can I Veiw Files From One Compurt To The Other In One Folder. I Have A Big Collection Of Audio Books And There Are To Many To Store ...
Score My computer is tied to former employers network
Curt Swearengin - 7 Jan 2007 5:18 PM - 3 messages
I purchased a laptop and I used it at work. They configured it to gain access to there network. Now I don't work there anymore and they are the administrator on my computer. I get messages that say cannot connect to there ...
Score Wireless and DSL setup
Jamie Zimmerman - 7 Jan 2007 3:45 PM - 4 messages
Good Morning all, I have a problem that I am hoping you guys can help me with. My Mother-in-law has a DSL through SBC in Michigan. She wants to have a wireless network set up. The reason she wants it, is so when the ...
Score bluetooth trouble
cant find bluetooth on control panel - 7 Jan 2007 3:27 PM - 6 messages
hi i am trying to connect my mobile phone with my laptop but when i go onto control panel there is not a bluetooth option do you know how to get the blutooth option up thanks ...
Score Network disconnects
Els - 7 Jan 2007 2:10 PM - 6 messages
I have 2 similar computers running windows xp.  After numerous tries to get them networked without internet connections, I succeeded.  I manually configured the IP address on both computers.  Today they are not talking.  Any suggests as to why they have become "unnetworked" -thank you - Els ...
Score home network
Lewism21 - 7 Jan 2007 1:55 PM - 2 messages
for some reason when the network was set up on computer  the network places are under the internet header on the other three comps they are under the newwork header  why? also can't connect to the one with the internet header in the network ...
Score Home Networking
Ogrish - 7 Jan 2007 6:36 AM - 2 messages
Main computer running windows xp Home, 2nd computer running XP Pro.  2nd computer shares internet through Linksys wireless router, but is connected to it with network cable.  Both connect fine to the internet, buth neither can see the other on the home network.  The 2nd computer can't find the printer ...
Score Cannot connect with IE, but can with other programs
Dozer - 7 Jan 2007 6:23 AM - 2 messages
IE will not connect to any websites.  I have tried changing everything I can think of in the options and connections tab.  I have looked at all my network settings, and everything looks correct.  Winipcfg shows good numbers.  I have ...
Score Problem accessing my own computer
pballou - 7 Jan 2007 4:10 AM - 6 messages
If this subject has been addressed 1,000 times, I apologize. I have searched all day without any success to an answer Setup: This is on a single stand alone computer. Not Connected to the internet or anything. Running Windows XP. ...
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