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Connecting 2 computers

peteym · 2006-10-14 13:47:35

Hey can someone tell me if its possible to connect up 2 computers through a network lead and then transfer files and stuff? If so how does one go about this...............

14-10-2006 1:47pm

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peteym

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Hey can someone tell me if its possible to connect up 2 computers through a network lead and then transfer files and stuff?
If so how does one go about this...............

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#2 14-10-2006 1:51pm

edanto

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You need a special type of network lead called a crossover cable and then a few minutes with google.

If you don't have that cable, you can connect them via your broadband router. Google 'setting up a home network'.

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#3 14-10-2006 1:53pm

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You can buy a crossover cable or make on yourself. Its like this. Have both computers got network cards?

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#4 14-10-2006 1:55pm

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Yes it is possible. You'll need a crossover cable (rather than a standard network patch cable) and enable "file and printer sharing" on both pc's.
What OS's are on the machines?

EDIT: *Must type faster*:)

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#5 14-10-2006 1:57pm

peteym

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both OS are xp's and yes both have network cards....

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#6 14-10-2006 3:48pm

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Well then you should be able to just use the networking wizard when they are connected, it should be straightforward.

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#7 14-10-2006 3:56pm

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B and Q sell crossover cable for €3 for 3 metres.

kdjac

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