Need help with connecting two computers on wireless network?

Question

I have just set up a router which is connected to my main computer by ethernet cable and via wireless card to my laptop. The internet connection is working really well on both terminals but I now want to share files between computers.

I have tried mapping the network drive but the laptop does not find the main computer and vice versa. I also got a USB adapter with the router pack and I have that connected to the router (even though i think I don't need this)

How do i go about setting up the computers to share files when the laptop can't find the main computer.

Main Hub is on XP and laptop is on VISTA, just want to share music and pictures really.

Thanks

Dan

Answer 1

How to connect a wireless network between two or more computers

Using networking to connect computers helps users to share files between computers as well as transfer files. A wireless network is a better option as it comes in with the benefit of a wire free system and hence provides more mobility. To set up a wireless network between two or more computers you have to take the following steps:


This is what you will need:

1) A wireless router, 1 wireless network adapter for each client computer you wish to connect to on the network. Of course, you won't need an adapter for the computer that has the router connected to it.

2) Install the network adapters on your computers. If its a PCI connection then you will need to open the back of the computer and attach it by inserting it into one of the available slots. If its an USB connection then it is much more stright forwarward. Either way you will need to run the software provided to install it on to your system.

Location for the wireless router

Choose a location where there won't be too much interference from thick walls, doors, etc. The throughput fo connection will be greater if there is less interference and fewer breakages in connection.

Network your computers wirelessly over radio waves using a special type of router called an access point.

One access point can serve most average-sized homes. The trade name for this technology is Wi-Fi or 802.11b, or its faster cousin, 802.11g. Wi-Fi products should be compatible with each other regardless of brand. Wireless networks work for people who move from room to room with their laptops, or want to use them in cafes, airports and other places with wireless service.

3) Your router should automatically detect IP settings when installin the first time.

4) Restart the computers.

Turn on the devices one by one.


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Answer 2

For that, you have to initially setup a Network between both machines. The ideal would be the Workgroup. You can find the Wizard for this in Control Panel, Network Setup Wizard. Once completed on both the machines, share a file and you should be able to see it in the other machine.

BYE
Imtiyaz

Answer 3

Try setting up a home or small office network. It is under Network Tasks when you open Network Connections. Just follow the Network Setup Wizard.

Answer 4

I had the same problem until I replaced the OS in both computers... Vista is very easy to network with another Vista system, but trying to get Vista to recognize XP is a bit harder... so much so that I upgraded !!!

Answer 5

I'd guess to do it the long way, with a USB, OR using yahoo messenger, share the files with another person using it on the other computer.

Answer 6

they need to both be on the same domain.