Simple problem with new network

[Linus]

Hi,

I just installed network cards on my two PCs. I am using a direct cable connection between the two PCs. However, it can't detect each other no matter how i play with the settings. Is a hub absolutely necessary or do i go back to playing with my settings?

Also are there any places on the web with literature on setting up a home network other than the one in pcmech? Thanks

[K A Hall]

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Originally posted by Linus:
Hi,

I just installed network cards on my two PCs. I am using a direct cable connection between the two PCs. However, it can't detect each other no matter how i play with the settings. Is a hub absolutely necessary or do i go back to playing with my settings?

Also are there any places on the web with literature on setting up a home network other than the one in pcmech? Thanks

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Are you using a crossover cable? Without a hub you will need to. I believe the term direct cable connection is used when you are connecting using the serial ports. Is that what you are doing?




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[Linus]

nope, i am not using serial port connections. And I know the problem already, i have to use cross-over cables. Thanks.