Connects to Internet but can't file share / "see" both computers

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picklednut

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Hi

I have a computer and laptop both running Vista. I want to be able to share files and printer between the computer and laptop. I have a wireless router connected to my computer which I class as the "main" computer and then I want to be able to use my laptop elsewhere in the house and be able to access all files on the main computer.

Both my laptop and computer are able to get to the internet but I can't get the computers to "speak" to each other so that I can file share. When I go to the Network Sharing Centre it only shows one computer and when I go to My Computer and then Networks it only shows one computer (on each) and therefore I can't access files remotely.

I have set up file sharing using the properties function on the files I want to share but when I'm on my laptop I can't "see" the computer on my Network and therefore cannot access the files and vice versa.

Please help!
 

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picklednut said:
Hi

I have a computer and laptop both running Vista. I want to be able to share files and printer between the computer and laptop. I have a wireless router connected to my computer which I class as the "main" computer and then I want to be able to use my laptop elsewhere in the house and be able to access all files on the main computer.

Both my laptop and computer are able to get to the internet but I can't get the computers to "speak" to each other so that I can file share. When I go to the Network Sharing Centre it only shows one computer and when I go to My Computer and then Networks it only shows one computer (on each) and therefore I can't access files remotely.

I have set up file sharing using the properties function on the files I want to share but when I'm on my laptop I can't "see" the computer on my Network and therefore cannot access the files and vice versa.

Please help!
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File sharing essentials - Windows Vista Help

Then give me a shout if you still have probs...
 

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    Custom Built
    CPU
    Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 G0 St
    Motherboard
    Asus STRIKER EXTREME 680I SLI
    Memory
    Corsair 4GB Kit (4x1GB) DDR2 800MHz/PC2-6400 XMS2 Memory
    Graphics Card(s)
    Point Of View 8800GT 512MB GDD
    Sound Card
    Soundmax 5.1
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Samsung 46"
    Screen Resolution
    1080P
    Hard Drives
    1x WD Raptor WD360ADFD 36GB SATA 10KRPM 16MB Cache
    1x WD Raptor WD740DFD 74GB SATA 10KRPM 16MB Cache
    PSU
    Coolermaster 600W
    Case
    Coolermaster nVidia
    Cooling
    Arctic Cooling Extreme
    Keyboard
    MS Wireless Entertainment Keyboard 7000
    Mouse
    MS Wireless Laser mouse 8000
    Internet Speed
    1.2mb & 10mb
Hi

I've looked at the link and all my file sharing properties are the same on both the laptop and the home computer. On my home computer I can access files from the laptop but I can't "see" the home computer on my laptop under the Networks in My Computer and therefore can't access files. I'm really scratching my head!

I've set up the network as a Public Network without password protecting.
 

My Computer

System One

picklednut said:
Hi

I've looked at the link and all my file sharing properties are the same on both the laptop and the home computer. On my home computer I can access files from the laptop but I can't "see" the home computer on my laptop under the Networks in My Computer and therefore can't access files. I'm really scratching my head!

I've set up the network as a Public Network without password protecting.
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Password protection is required on Vista. Also, I think your firewall may be blocking access to the Home computer. Also, check that Network discovery is 'On' in Newtwork and sharing...
 

My Computer

System One

  • Manufacturer/Model
    Custom Built
    CPU
    Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 G0 St
    Motherboard
    Asus STRIKER EXTREME 680I SLI
    Memory
    Corsair 4GB Kit (4x1GB) DDR2 800MHz/PC2-6400 XMS2 Memory
    Graphics Card(s)
    Point Of View 8800GT 512MB GDD
    Sound Card
    Soundmax 5.1
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Samsung 46"
    Screen Resolution
    1080P
    Hard Drives
    1x WD Raptor WD360ADFD 36GB SATA 10KRPM 16MB Cache
    1x WD Raptor WD740DFD 74GB SATA 10KRPM 16MB Cache
    PSU
    Coolermaster 600W
    Case
    Coolermaster nVidia
    Cooling
    Arctic Cooling Extreme
    Keyboard
    MS Wireless Entertainment Keyboard 7000
    Mouse
    MS Wireless Laser mouse 8000
    Internet Speed
    1.2mb & 10mb
Trax1963 said:
picklednut said:
Hi

I've looked at the link and all my file sharing properties are the same on both the laptop and the home computer. On my home computer I can access files from the laptop but I can't "see" the home computer on my laptop under the Networks in My Computer and therefore can't access files. I'm really scratching my head!

I've set up the network as a Public Network without password protecting.
Click to expand...

Password protection is required on Vista. Also, I think your firewall may be blocking access to the Home computer. Also, check that Network discovery is 'On' in Newtwork and sharing...
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If I only want my laptop and computer to see each other should I set the network as Private?

I know who to turn on the password protection under the Network & Sharing Center but how do I check what the user and password is for each computer so I know what to input if I've been asked for the password?

Finally, how do I check my firewall is not blocking the access to the Home computer?

I've checked the Network Discovery and it is on. Also, during the process at one point I was able to see the laptop on my home computer and was even able to access the files but then the connection disappeared.
 

My Computer

System One

picklednut said:
Trax1963 said:
picklednut said:
Hi
Finally, how do I check my firewall is not blocking the access to the Home computer?
To see if firewall is blocking accessto your home computer, open up the 'network' window to one side. Then on the other side of the screen open up your firewall window and switch off the firewall for around 15 seconds. If the other computer appears within this timelimit it is the firewall blocking access. You will have to then configure your firewall to accept the other computer...

'DO NOT LEAVE FIREWALL ACCESS OPEN FOR MORE THAN 15 SECONDS. I CAN NOT BE HELD RESPOSIBLE IF YOUR COMPUTER IS ATTACKED! 15 SECONDS IS LONG ENOUGH! PLEASE BE RESPONSIBLE WITH YOUR COMPUTER'

My best intentions TRAX...:geek:
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My Computer

System One

  • Manufacturer/Model
    Custom Built
    CPU
    Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 G0 St
    Motherboard
    Asus STRIKER EXTREME 680I SLI
    Memory
    Corsair 4GB Kit (4x1GB) DDR2 800MHz/PC2-6400 XMS2 Memory
    Graphics Card(s)
    Point Of View 8800GT 512MB GDD
    Sound Card
    Soundmax 5.1
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Samsung 46"
    Screen Resolution
    1080P
    Hard Drives
    1x WD Raptor WD360ADFD 36GB SATA 10KRPM 16MB Cache
    1x WD Raptor WD740DFD 74GB SATA 10KRPM 16MB Cache
    PSU
    Coolermaster 600W
    Case
    Coolermaster nVidia
    Cooling
    Arctic Cooling Extreme
    Keyboard
    MS Wireless Entertainment Keyboard 7000
    Mouse
    MS Wireless Laser mouse 8000
    Internet Speed
    1.2mb & 10mb
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