Lan-connecting winXP and winNT 4.0?

[Nostra 0]

Hi everyone,

 

I have unsuccessfully attempted to establish a TCP/IP connection between a winNT 4.0 and winXP (pro) computer using a "two-way network cable".

 

Measures taken:

1. Established a workgroup on both computers called "workgroup" (very creative)

2. Configured so both computers have same IP-number except for the last two digits (169....).

3. Completed the (silly) home-network installation wizard.

 

But, as mentioned, my computers doesnt seem to be connected (I tried to "ping" the other computer's IP address as well).

 

What I'm I missing here?

 

TIA,

/Mikael

[Davros 0]

Use ip's of 192.168.0.1 and 192.168.0.2.

Also use a subnet mask of 255.255.255.0 for both.

And make sure you are using a crossover cable if the computers are connected directly to each other.