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Can't access laptop through network

I have connected my laptop to our small office network. It is a series of XP computers connected through a hub to allow file, printer & internet access sharing. The laptop is able to connect to the network without problems, but despite have folders that are share-enabled on the laptop - the laptop can not be seen from any other computer.

Have I missed something?

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  • jd87
    jd87 Posts: 2,345 Forumite
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    Local networks are a biatch. Just try unplugging everything and plug them all back in in a different order or something. Remove all firewalls. Make sure your antivirus isn't interfering.
  • littlem00
    littlem00 Posts: 57 Forumite
    Have you checked if your Laptop is in the same Workgroup ?
    Is file and print sharing checked ?
    "I may be dead, but I'm still pretty. Which is more than I can say for you."- Buffy (Prophecy Girl)
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