Dear Forum,How can I view other computers which are connected on the same router?- My computer (Thinkpad T43) is connected via a D-Link DI-604 Ethernet broadband router to three other computers at home.- My computer is running Windows XP Pro SP3- None of the other computers show on mine under 'Network connections'- One of the other computers is running Windows 7 and can see all of the computersThanks!Harryredknapp1 person needs an answerI do too

HiMaybe this can Help.---------------------The following looks like a long story (it is only 600 words). I do not know what the user's overall knowledge is, and what exactly was already done. Thus the info goes through the motions of configuring and checking most of the common aspects of Windows OS' LAN features.---------------------- Win7 when configured on peer-to-peer Network has three types of Sharing configurations.HomeGroup Network = Works only between Win 7 computers. This type of configuration makes it very easy to Entry Level Users to start Network sharing. Work Network = Basically similar to the previous methods of sharing that let you control what, how, and to whom folders would be shared with. Public Sharing = Public Network (like Internet cafe) to reduce security risks. For best results log to each computer's System Screen and set all the computers to be on a Network with the same name while each computer has its own unique name.http://www.ezlan.net/Win7/net_name.jpgMake sure that the Software Firewall on each computer allows free local traffic. If you use 3rd party Firewall On, Vista/XP Native Firewall should be Off, and the active Firewall has to adjusted to your Network IP numbers on what is some time called the Trusted Zone (consult your 3rd Party Firewall instructionsGeneral example, http://www.ezlan.net/faq.html#trustedPlease Note that some 3rd party Software Firewalls keep blocking aspects of Local Traffic even it they are turned Off (disabled). If possible configure the Firewall correctly, or totally uninstall it to allow clean flow of local network traffic. If the 3rd party software is uninstalled or disables, make sure that Windows native Firewall is On .------------------------------Networking Win 7 with other version of Windows as Work Network.In the Network Center, clicking on the Network type opens the window to the right.Choose your type of Network. Notice the check mark at the bottom, and check/uncheck it according to your needs.http://www.ezlan.net/Win7/net_type.jpgWin 7 - http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows7/Networking-home-computers-running-different-versions-of-WindowsWin 7 Work Network specific folder sharing - http://www.onecomputerguy.com/windows7/windows7_sharing.htm Vista File and Printer Sharing- http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/bb727037.aspx Windows XP File Sharing - http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;304040Printer Sharing XP - http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/networking/expert/honeycutt_july2.mspxWindows Native Firewall setting for Sharing XP - http://support.microsoft.com/kb/875357Windows XP patch for Sharing with Vista (Not need for XP-SP3) - http://support.microsoft.com/kb/922120 When finished with the setting of the system it is advisable to Reboot all the hardware including the Router and all computers involved.-------------If you have Permission and Security issues, check the following settings.Point to the a Folder that meant to to be share. Right click and choose properties.In the propertiesClick on the Security tab shown in the pic bellow to the right) and check that the users and their permission (shown in the pic bellow center and left) are correctly configured. Then do the same to the Permission tab.This screen shot is from Win 7, Vista's menus are similar.http://www.ezlan.net/Win7/Permission-Security.jpgIn both the Security panel, and the Permission panel you have to highlight each User/Group and examine that the Permission Controls are checked correctly.When everything is OK, Reboot the Network (Router, and computer).* Note . The Groups and Users shown in the screen-shoot are just an example. Your list will look the way your system is configured.**Note . You have to establish specific users. Everyone means all of the users that already have an account and been established as users. It does not mean Everyone that feel that they would like to login.---------------------***Note. Some of the processes described above are done Not for Windows sake but to compensate for different Routers and the way their firmware works and stores the info about the computers that are Networked. Jack-MVP Windows Networking. WWW.EZLAN.NET

Whoa! Thanks for the information! I read through it, but I can see my lack of knowledge about networks shining through :-(I am still unclear as to why none of the other computers show on mine under 'Network connections', yet one of the other computers is running Windows 7 and can see all of the computers.If you could kindly explain it in layman's terms for a newbie like me, I would be very grateful! :-)Thanks!

You have to check under My Network Places to see other computers in network. Can do that by double clicking My Computer and then in the left panel you will see My Network Places. Double click on it and then choose form left panel View Workgroup computers.

Dear Eugen66,Thanks for the reply. I followed your instructions, yet I do not see any of the computers.Would you know why one of the computers, running Windows 7, can see the other XP computers?Cheers,Harryredknapp

Dear Forum, I think I shall give up on this one. My lack of knowledge in this area is causing too much work :-( Thank you all sincerely for the help. Best wishes, Harryredknapp

Hi Harryredknapp,The Win 7 automaticaly discovers computers in a home network. With XP you have to manualy add a network.You can follow the same steps like before but instead of selecting View Workgroup computers you have to select "Add a network place" or "Set up a small home or office network" and follow the wizzard's prompts.Hope this will help