How to setup a direct connection with windows XP Pro using a Cat crossover cable

[Rob]

Can someone give me step by step instructions how to
setup a direct connection between 2 windows XP Pro
machines using a Cat 5E Crossover Cable with rj-45 plugs

 

[Carey Frisch [MVP]]

HOW TO: Set Up a Direct Cable Connection Between Two Computers in Windows XP
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;305621

Cables That Are Compatible with Direct Cable Connection
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;310576


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Carey Frisch
Microsoft MVP
Windows XP - Shell/User

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| Can someone give me step by step instructions how to
| setup a direct connection between 2 windows XP Pro
| machines using a Cat 5E Crossover Cable with rj-45 plugs

 

[Rob]

Thanks Carey but this article does address how to use a
Cat 5E connected to both NIC cards. I did it once
between an XP Pro and a 95 PC but I can't remember the
steps.

 

[Guest]

Thanks Carey but this article does not address how to use
a Cat 5E connected to both NIC cards. I did it once
between an XP Pro and a 95 PC but I can't remember the
steps.

 

[Steve Winograd [MVP]]

Can someone give me step by step instructions how to
setup a direct connection between 2 windows XP Pro
machines using a Cat 5E Crossover Cable with rj-45 plugs

After plugging in the cable, run XP's Network Setup Wizard on both
computers. It will make all of the necessary network settings, share
all printers, and create a shared documents folder on each computer:

XP ICS - Starting the Network Setup Wizard
http://www.practicallynetworked.com/sharing/xp_ics/networksetupwiz.htm
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