networking problem - I am unable to see my own computer

[Lenny]

Hi,
I have a windows XP machine and a 98 machine on a network and they are both
on the same workgroup. Both machines can see the 98 machine but the XP
machine will not appear on either machine so I am unable to share files and
a printer that is attached to the XP machine.

I have tried to stop sharing and then re-share using the MS Wizard, I have
changed workgroup and then changed back again and I have turned Windows
Firewall off and also disabled any antivirus. When I click on View workgroup
computers on the XP machine only the 98 machine shows.

What should I be doing to get the XP machine to see it's self?

Cheers
Lenny

 

[Claymore]

Hello Lenny,

In XP, check that the Workstation and Computer Browser services are
set to Automatic and Started. Go to Start => Run => and type in
"services.msc" {without the quotes}. You should maximize the Services
window to make it easier to see. Right-click on each of these services
and select Properties. Set to Automatic and Start them.

 

[Guest]

i have a similar issue where my new hp pc with xp i cannot see it on the my
workgroup i do not uderstand my 2 other ones are fine. can someone help?