Windows MAP

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I have 5 pcs working as a workgroup with windows xp pro I installed another
new one and added to my workgroup the problem now is when I try to map this
new one it give me the window to ask about user name and password so it is
ok no problem till now but the problem is the cell username you can't write
in it any user name and \\guest is in the cell so can u help what is the
problem. Thanks in advance
 
I have 5 pcs working as a workgroup with windows xp pro I installed another
new one and added to my workgroup the problem now is when I try to map this
new one it give me the window to ask about user name and password so it is
ok no problem till now but the problem is the cell username you can't write
in it any user name and \\guest is in the cell so can u help what is the
problem. Thanks in advance
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Did simple file sharing get enabled on one of the systems? It authenticates
on the Guest level. Turn it off for more refined control (Folder Options>
View: the simple file sharing option is towards the bottom of the list).
 
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