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02-16-2003, 09:05 AM
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Networking two laptops
I am trying to network together two laptops, both running XP Pro. I have simply connected both via a network cable with RJ45 connectors. The problem is that when I run home networking wizard it keeps saying on both comps that a network cable is unplugged. Do I need a hub for this setup. If not how do I get the connection to work?? Thanks
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02-16-2003, 09:06 AM
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Did you use a crossover cable?
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02-16-2003, 09:08 AM
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No I simply have a length of Cat5 with RJ45 connectors. Sorry could you inform me as to what a crossover cable is. Thanks for the prompt reply
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02-16-2003, 09:13 AM
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A crossover cable allows 2 machines to communicate without a hub. You are using a straight through cable which requires a hub. Get a crossover cable and you'll be ok.
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02-16-2003, 09:16 AM
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Thanks for your help
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