How do I set up a connection between 2 computers via Cat 5 crossover cable?

I connected the two computers, but I get a "limited or no connectivity" error. I do have a router network, but it wont allow me to access LAN services (Share files, play video games, ect). Right now I'm just looking to share files using the cat 5 cable.

How do I set up a connection between 2 computers via Cat 5 crossover cable?product key

Here is the exact answer to your question:

Make sure they're on the same subnet, have different addresses (It may also help to have each of them set as the other computers default gateway). Additionally if you 're using Windows, make sure they're in the same workgroup.

For example give one computer these IP address settings:

IP: 192.168.1.2

Subnet: 255.255.255.0

Gateway: 192.168.1.3

and the other system:

IP: 192.168.1.3

Subnet 255.255.255.0

Gateway: 192.168.1.2

As another poster has stated, you need to use a crossover cable if you're not using a switch or hub and they're directly connected.

How do I set up a connection between 2 computers via Cat 5 crossover cable?triumph

us the router to share...that's what it is designed for.

you need to set up a share on the PCs.

you need to be in the same workgroup.