Network problems.

Discussion in 'Networking and Computer Security' started by DavidNW, Jun 30, 2007.

  1. DavidNW

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    I have set up a network between a desktop and a laptop - both running XP, and even got the printer on the destop to work from the laptop!

    However, I can't access folders that are on the desktop from the laptop - error dialog box tells me that I don't have the required permissions, etc.

    Any ideas what's going on?

    Thanks,

    David
     
    DavidNW, Jun 30, 2007
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  2. Addis

    Addis The King

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    Check your firewall, if you're using ZoneAlarm disable it as I had many problems with Windows file sharing because of it.
     
    Addis, Jun 30, 2007
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  3. DavidNW

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    The only firewall I have, other than what's on my router, is the XP Firewal - which I disabled, but it made no difference - still can't access folders on the Desktop.
     
    DavidNW, Jun 30, 2007
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  4. Anti-Trend

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    Sounds like a Windows permissions problem, not a network problem. This is a bit general, but try reading this: http://www.hardwareforums.com/windows-file-sharing-howto-5182/
     
    Anti-Trend, Jul 1, 2007
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  5. DavidNW

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    Just a thought - my XP laptop is formatted in FAT 32, and the Desktop in NTFS - could that affect file sharing across the two machines?
     
    DavidNW, Jul 3, 2007
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  6. Anti-Trend

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    No.
     
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