Connecting 2 XP Pro Computers via Crossover Cable

[liverguts99]

Hi there,
I've got a Desktop and a Laptop both running XP Pro, and i got a crossover cable and both computers are connected together by 'externally'!

What are the necessary steps i should go through so i can start swapping files between computers (IP settings and what not)??? I've tried EVERYTHING and i have no idea what settings i need....

Please Help

Thanks

[degsy]

Have you tried the XP Networking Wizard?


If you're not having luck then try disabling the XP Firewalls while setting up the network.

[liverguts99]

Thats the thing, what settings should i go thru using the connection wizard, there are many different options to go thru and i have no idea which one is right, i tried it before using trial and error 'if u will'!

i got it in the end but after i restarted the pc's the settings were reset to my normal internet cable settings since i have this program from cable company that resets the connection preferences everytime computer restarts

so i just looking for a way to get the network running as quickly as possible without having to go thru all that trial and error u know....

Thanks

[degsy]

OK, there are a few other things to sort out.

How is your PC connected to the Cable Modem?
Can you disable the cable company software until you get your network sorted?

[liverguts99]

The cable modem is connected to my desktop network card using another cable i guess its a patch cable, and ya i can switch it off, i just told it to notify me before changing settings!!

[liverguts99]

Can somebody please help, i just need a step by step way to start sharing files between the 2 computers. i just need to know how to set up the IP's and what not.

Thanks in Advance

[mdbusa_2000]

set pc 1 to ipadress 192.168.0.1 subnet mask 255.255.255.0

set pc 2 to ipaddreess 192.168.0.2 same subnet mask

try to ping pc 2 from pc 1

ping 192.168.0.2 if you get a reply youre in business

still have to share and connect using proper credentials