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Hi everyone :cheesy:

I made this new thread because i need some serious help about NETWORKING...

My 2 PC's INFORMATION:
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LAPTOP:
*WinXP Home Edition v2002 SP2
*HP
*AMD Athlon(tm) 64 Processor 3200+
*797 Mhz, 512 RAM

Network Adapters:
*1394 Net Adapter
*Broadcom 802.11b/g WLAN
*Realtek RTL8139 Family PCI Fast Ethernet NIC

DESKTOP:
*WinMe 4.90.3000
*Compaq
*AuthenticAMD
*AMD Athlon(tm) Processor
*128,0 MB RAM

Network Adapters:
*Accton EN1207D Series PCI Fast Ethernet Adapter
*Phone access network adapter
*Network Adapter NDIS 1398
*Internet Share Connection
*Microsoft TV/Video Connection
*Other devices: PCI Card (device controller not installed)

1.- I have been working on my 2pc's lately and i was trying to find an easy way to MIGRATE files from 1 to the other... reading in some forums i found out the best way to do so and it was thru a "Small Home Network", so i made so...

I still wonder, is this the best way?

2.- Now i want to go a step further... i wanna share the whole computer since files, to periferics (all kind of hardware working on the other PC) ex. webcam, microphone, scanner, speakers and others...
Also i was thinking about controling one Pc from my other pc (laptop over desktop) so i can even run my AV (laptop) and scan my DESKTOP. Also run programs... like games, messengers and stuff.

I have already shared: FILES(C:,D:,A:,CD,DVD) & PRINTERS (all both ways)

What do i need to do so i can share the rest of the computer ???

3.- I also saw the possibilty of making a LAN between Laptop and Desktop... but i have no idea about how to do IT =S

Do i need any extra Hardware/Software for making a LAN?
Can i make a LAN using Ethernet? if so, HOW ?

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Brief, practical follow‑up that builds on 's point: you already have a small LAN, so you can move files or control one PC from the other. Below are focused, testable steps and realistic expectations for the problems you described (one‑way access and a desktop that needs the connection re‑made at each boot), plus how to share peripherals and run remote scans.

Start with quick checks (one‑way access / manual reconnect)

  • Verify physical/link lights and cable type (direct PC–PC needs a crossover unless you use a switch/router or modern auto‑sensing NICs).
  • Confirm both machines have IP addresses on the same subnet (static addresses if no DHCP). Use simple pings both ways to isolate which direction fails.
  • Temporarily disable any software firewalls and retry; if that fixes it, open/allow the Windows file‑sharing ports or add an exception rather than leaving the firewall off.
  • Ensure file/printer sharing and the underlying networking client/server components are installed and running on each machine (Server/Workstation equivalents), and both computers use the same Workgroup name and compatible sharing permissions.

Remote control, AV scanning and peripheral sharing

  • For full desktop control (run AV, apps, etc.) use a remote‑control tool (VNC family, Remote Assistance or similar). Note: built‑in RDP server features are limited on consumer Windows editions, so VNC/remote‑assistance is usually the simplest cross‑version solution.
  • To have your laptop AV scan the desktop you either run the AV on the desktop (via remote control) or use AV software that supports scanning network shares; most consumer AVs can’t natively “reach in” to the remote machine’s live filesystem without a service running there.
  • Device sharing (webcams, scanners, sound) generally requires either running the device’s software on the machine where the device is attached and accessing it by remote control, or third‑party “USB over network” drivers; don’t expect plug‑and‑play sharing of USB peripherals over simple Windows file sharing.

Practical tips

  • Use a small switch or home router for reliability rather than repeated direct connections. Keep backups before bulk transfers. If problems persist, record exact ping results and error messages before changing settings — that makes diagnosis far easier.

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wow nice and colourfull

Yes, you have aldready made a LAN a Lan is just another name for a small network.

you can control each computer from the otherone however you'll need a remote admin prog installed as you have an win ME machine.

if you look through your AV program settings see if there is an option for networked hard drives too. i know that sophos offers it, however this is kinda uneficcient as you're limited to network speed. as for sharing the entire computer windows XP doesbn't allow you to hare certain folders such as My Documents, or C:windows but you can still access these with remote admin.

you don't want to play games remotely as it will be slugish, but it is possible with remote admin.

hope this is some help.

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ic... but i can't play games using this network =S...
besides there is still a problem with the DESKTOP ... everytime it starts i have to re-make the conection cuz it doesn't start itself (laptop can browse desktop but not vise-versa)...

any one help ???

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BUMP!.. oops... i need help anyone ???

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