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RQ assistance to network 2 PC

Discussion in 'Networking (Hardware & Software)' started by Emile, 2007/05/06.

  1. 2007/05/06
    Emile

    Emile Inactive Thread Starter

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    Hello,
    This is my config : Win XP SP2 on 2 PCs. PC1 is connected to my ISP using the TV Cable and all is OK.
    PC2 is (for the moment) a stand alone PC.
    I want to link these 2 PCs so that I have a TCPIP or IPX link between them ,so that I can do Folder/File sharing and use the http://www.wideview.it/faq.htm#7 as explained in the above.
    PC2 DOES NOT need access to Internet .
    What HWR do I need? How to install the link?
    Thanks in advance.
     
    Emile,
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  2. 2007/05/07
    TonyT

    TonyT SuperGeek Staff

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    Several methods of creating the network you need:
    1. peer to peer network:
    network card on each comp
    crossover cable connected to each

    2. hub or switch:
    net card on each comp
    straight though (patch type) cable connected from each pc to hub or switch

    3. router w/ built in switch:
    net card on each comp
    straight though (patch type) cable connected from each pc to router

    #3 would be the best method for you because #1 & #2 would require an additional network card in the comp that uses the internet, assuming that your cable modem connects to the pc's existing network card.

    See these MS references:
    http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/networking/setup/default.mspx
     
    TonyT,
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