Filesharing problem...

[RhodriM]

I have two computers connected via crossover cable.

They are both in the same workgroup.

Computer A can access the workgroup and see both computers in it. However, when it trys to access computer B it gets the message "<computer B> is not accessible. You might not have permission to use this network resource etc The network path was not found."

Computer B can't access the workgroup, as it gets the above message. Any ideas?

Oh and if anyone knows how I can get NET SEND working too that'd be pretty cool

 

[RhodriM]

Oh, and by the way, playing LAN games works so I'd imagine the connection is physically fine.

 

[robina_80]

computer b you may need to type in a password if i was you disable the password for computer b also you can do this; control panel-system-computer name and click on network id, it tells you what other people on the network have to type to gain access to that computer.

 

[RhodriM]

There is no password on computer b, and in my experience I have been asked to enter a password when trying to connect to password-protected computers on a network - which doesn't happen in this case.

Clicking on network id runs the network id wizard, I already know what the computer names are and that they are in the same workgroup.

 

[jancz3rt]

Firewall!!

I think it's the firewall. If you use Free ZoneAlarm, then I suggest swicthing to Sygate Personal. I had the same problem, set up the rules and my sis can access anything on my pc and vice versa. I hope this helps.

JAN