Direct Cable File Xfer Win98 > XP Pro

[Larry]

Hello,

I hope this is the right NG for this question:

I need to xfer the files from my win98 system to the new
xpPro one. I have a parallel file xfer cable that I know
works however win 98 & XP can't seem to talk to each
other.

I setup the win98 system as host on direct cable
xfer/parallel option and on xp system ran new connection
wiz to specify the same but when the xp connection is
selected XP verifies login/pwd for some reason then waits
awhile and then says the remote is not responding.

I have read MS Help info that says that I must
have "Client for Microsoft Networks protocol and the File
and Print Sharing for Microsoft Networks protocol
installed on both computers". The problem is I have been
unable to find the above for win98 anywhere.

Does anyone know a different work-around to get my
systems connected or how to find the software? There is
no network card in the win98 system.

Thanx in advance,
Larry

 

[Richie]

On the Win98 machine, have you tried right clicking Network Neighborhood and
selecting properties.
That is where you'll see all protocols and services that are installed.
On the main window click the File and Printer Sharing button and check
"allow access to my files".
Click add and install (service) Client for Microsoft Networks.
I would also verify they are both of the same workgroup name.
You'll have to reboot Win98.

Rich