xp pro networking

[dave]

xp pro with linksys switch, both pc's (with 2 differnet
names)can see each other and are getting thru to the
internet. but, when i click on the icon for my pc
upstairs from my network, it tells me that \\upstairs is
not accessible, you might not have permission to use this
network resource. contact the administrator of this
server to find out if you have access permissions.
(network path not found) please help.

 

[Steve Winograd [MVP]]

xp pro with linksys switch, both pc's (with 2 differnet
names)can see each other and are getting thru to the
internet. but, when i click on the icon for my pc
upstairs from my network, it tells me that \\upstairs is
not accessible, you might not have permission to use this
network resource. contact the administrator of this
server to find out if you have access permissions.
(network path not found) please help.

I've written a web site that should help you solve the problem:

Windows XP Network Troubleshooting
http://www.practicallynetworked.com/sharing/troubleshoot

Please pay particular attention to these sections:

1. Firewalls: Permanently disable XP's built-in Internet Connection
Firewall on local area network connections -- it's for use only on a
direct modem connection to the Internet. Disable and un-install all
other firewalls while troubleshooting.

2. Protocols: Use only one for File and Printer Sharing. If the
network needs more than one protocol, unbind File and Printer Sharing
from all but one of them.

3. NetBIOS over TCP/IP: Make sure that it's enabled on all computers.
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Best Wishes,
Steve Winograd, MS-MVP (Windows Networking)

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[dale]

I have the same problem, two XP pro PC's connecteed, can
access the net but cant get into my other computer - have
same error message from one machine, second machine doesnt
recognise the two PCs on the network - any suggestions?