Win2k and WinME networking problems

[whalen]

I have kind of an unusual setup in my house, but here it is...

1)WinME box w/ Dial-Up net connection

2)Win2k box

Computers are networked through a Linksys 10/100 5port Hub.

On the WinME machine, I can access shared drives and files stored on the 2000 machine. When I go to the Win2k box, my Internet sharing works fine, but I can't see the WinME machine or myself on the network. When I try to "browse entire network" Windows2000 says the network isn't present, or not started. File and print sharing, TCP/IP, Netbios, IPX, and shared folders are setup on each computer, and both are members of the same workgroup. Any ideas?

Thanks,
Ryan

 

[Norssak]

network Neighborhood sucks, it will only cause you grief.

Start windows explorer -> tools -> map network Drive

The syntax is: \\computer-name\share-name i.e. \\pavillion\c

 

[lumberg]

Norssak has the right idea. Some times network neighborhood just needs a kick start. Try also just typing in the comuter name in the browser address box e.x. \\machine name. If it works it should show all the shares for the machine. If it still doesn't work try uninstalling all the network stuff for 2000, then reinstalling it.

 

[whalen]

Thanks guys, I reinstalled all the network stuff, and File/Print Sharing is back in working order.

 

[lumberg]

no problemo