Internet Connection Sharing In Windows XP
Internet Connection Sharing In Windows XP
Description of Internet Connection Sharing in Windows XP
(310563) - Explains what Internet Connection Sharing does, and provides information about how to set it up.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;310563
Troubleshooting Internet Connection Sharing in Windows XP
(308006) - Explains how to determine why some Internet Connection Sharing problems occur, and describes ways to fix them.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;308006
How to configure Internet Connection Sharing in Windows XP
(306126) - Describes how to set up the Internet Connection Sharing feature in Microsoft Windows XP on the host and client computer. Describes how you can use this feature to share a single Internet connection.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;306126
Using Internet Connection Sharing with user profiles
(310651) - This article describes how Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) works with user profiles in Windows. All of the Internet connections and passwords that you use with ICS must be available in every user profile in Windows. ICS can connect to the...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;310651
How to enable Internet Connection Sharing on a home or a small office network connection in Windows XP
(314066) - Explains how to use Internet Connection Sharing to permit a home network or a small-office network to share an Internet connection.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;314066
Resources for Troubleshooting Internet Connection Sharing in Windows XP
(308021) - This article is intended to assist you in using the Internet Connection Sharing Troubleshooter that is included in Windows XP Help and Support Center, and to provide a list of online support services that may help you solve your problem. Problems...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;308021
Internet Connection Sharing Clients Cannot Connect If Host Is Using an AOL Dial-Up Connection
(321644) - If you connect to the Internet by using AOL 7.0, you cannot share the connection by using Internet Connection Sharing (ICS). Client computers on your home network cannot connect to the Internet on this connection. The computer that is sharing the...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;321644
Error when you programmatically remove and then reinstall Internet Connection Sharing in Windows XP
(828807) - Provides sample VBScript to programmatically remove and then reinstall Internet Connection Sharing on a computer that has more than one network adapter.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;828807
Time-Out Error Message When You Attempt to Connect to the Web Through Internet Connection Sharing
(311070) - When you connect to the Web by using Internet Connection Sharing (ICS), you may receive a time out error message. For example, the Web page may display the following error message We can't find "xxx.xx.xxx.xx" where " xxx.xx.xxx.xx " is the IP...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;311070
"Error 1068" Error Message When You Try to Turn On Internet Connection Sharing
(827328) - When you run the Internet Connection Sharing Wizard, you may receive one of the following error messages: An error occurred while Internet Connection Sharing was being enabled. The dependency service or group failed to start. -or- 1068: Dependency...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;827328
How to Configure a Static Client for Windows XP Internet Connection Sharing
(309642) - This article describes how to configure a static client for Internet Connection Sharing (ICS). Windows XP ICS automatically configures internal clients so that they can access the Internet by using ICS. However, you may need to configure a host,...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;309642
Disconnected from Westwood Studios Online Gaming Zone When Internet Connection Sharing Is Enabled
(308125) - When you attempt to play a game on Westwood Studios Online Gaming Zone with two computers that are on an Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) network, you may be disconnected after 5-10 seconds. Additionally, you may receive the following...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;308125
Connectivity Problems on ICS Clients When You Use a PPPoE Connection on a Windows XP ICS Host
(319661) - You might not be able to browse some Web sites or to send e-mail messages that contain attachments from an Internet Connection Sharing client computer if your outbound connection is through a Windows XP-based Internet Connection Sharing host...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;319661
How to Share a PPPoE Internet Connection with Windows XP
(316276) - This article describes how to share one Point to Point Protocol over Ethernet (PPPoE) Internet connection on your home network or your small-office network. You can use the Windows XP Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) feature for network and...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;316276
Support WebCast: Home Networking and Internet Connection Sharing in Microsoft Windows XP
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;324980
Support WebCast: Internet Connection Sharing
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;325130
Cannot Use DirectPlay Programs on the Internet After You Install Windows XP SP1
(327299) - After you upgrade a Windows XP-based computer that is using Internet Connection Sharing to Service Pack 1 (SP1), programs that use DirectPlay (for example, Age of Empires, or Midtown Madness 2) may not work properly on either the Internet...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;327299
You may receive a "Remote Assistance failed" error message on a Windows XP-based Internet Connection Sharing client computer that uses the Internet Connection Firewall feature
(313492) - Describes a fix for problem that occurs when you receive a "Remote Assistance failed" error message when you try to communicate from a Windows XP-based client computer to a Windows XP-based server.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;313492
Service redirection does not apply to Internet Connection Firewall
(297942) - In Windows XP, the Internet Connection Firewall (ICF) (called Windows Firewall (WF) in Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2)) and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) features share a common interface for configuring services to which Internet users can...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;297942
Dial-Up Connection in ICS Does Not Prompt to Disconnect on Client
(311074) - When you quit Microsoft Internet Explorer on an Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) client computer, you are not prompted to disconnect. The dial-up connection on the ICS host computer remains connected. If you quit Internet Explorer on the ICS host...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;311074
"Unable to Connect" Error Message Using MIRC and ICS in Windows XP
(323710) - If you use Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) to connect two ICS client computers that use the Internet Relay Chat client (mIRC), you may receive the following error message: Unable to connect. This issue may occur if you use the DCC protocol to...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;323710
A Residential Gateway Device That Cannot Be Controlled Is Displayed on a Windows Me-Based Client
(298757) - A Windows Millennium Edition (Me)-based computer that is configured as an Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) client computer can detect a residential gateway device, yet the device cannot be controlled. The residential gateway device is displayed...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;298757
Domain Policy to Stop the Use of ICS or ICF Stops Services
(314592) - When a group policy prohibits the use of the Internet Connection Firewall (ICF) or Internet Connection Sharing (ICS), these services cannot stay on. Windows XP322389How to Obtain the Latest Windows XP Service PackTo resolve this problem, obtain...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;314592
How to Configure Windows XP ICS for an Internal PPTP Server
(309524) - Windows XP includes support for Internet Connection Sharing (ICS), which provides the ability to share an internet connection with other computers on a local network. ICS in Windows XP allows services to be mapped to hosts on the internal network,...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;309524
Service redirection does not apply to Internet Connection Firewall
(297942) - In Windows XP, the Internet Connection Firewall (ICF) (called Windows Firewall (WF) in Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2)) and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) features share a common interface for configuring services to which Internet users can...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;297942
Game Voice: Cannot Establish Connection to Game Voice Chat Sessions
(274410) - When you use the Microsoft SideWinder Game Voice, you may not be able to establish a connection to Game Voice chat sessions. -or- You may receive an error message similar to the following: Sidewinder Game Voice can't host a chat at this time. Try...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;274410
You Are Prompted to Disconnect from the Internet Each Time You Shut Down Windows XP
(304176) - You are prompted to disconnect from the Internet each time that you shut down Windows XP. This problem may occur if your computer is configured to share your Internet connection with other users of your local network. To correct this problem in...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;304176
Description of the Windows XP Internet Connection Firewall
(320855) - Describes and provides information about how to use the Internet Connection Firewall.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;320855
When you try to check another network connection you receive the "Ping: transmit failed, error code 65" error message
(316414) - Explains why you may receive a Ping: transmit failed, error code 65 error message when you try to check a network connection. Article describes a workaround.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;316414
Description of the Network Setup Wizard in Windows XP
(308522) - Describes how to use the Network Setup Wizard to configure Internet and network settings on a computer or on a home network.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;308522
Messenger Service window that contains an Internet advertisement appears
(330904) - Describes a problem with Internet advertisements that appear in your Messenger Service window. Provides troubleshooting steps.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;330904
VPN Client in Windows XP Disconnects After One Minute
(331816) - After you install Service Pack 1 (SP1) for Windows XP, your computer may drop virtual private network (VPN) connections that are using Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) after about 55 seconds. This behavior may occur if Internet Connection...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;331816
List of Error Codes for Dial-up Connections or VPN Connections
(824864) - This article lists the error codes that you may receive when you use Windows 2000, Windows XP, or Windows Server 2003 as a client computer to make a dial-up connection or a VPN connection. Note Error codes with numbers higher than 900 will only be...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;824864
Programs Require Manual Port Configurations with Internet Connection Firewall
(307554) - This article lists some programs that require you to manually open ports so that the programs can work correctly. To work correctly, some programs need to have specific ports open so that traffic can pass through the Internet Connection Firewall....
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;307554
Network Adapter Settings May Be Lost After You Upgrade to Windows XP
(306102) - When you upgrade a computer that is running Windows 95, Windows 98, or Windows Millennium Edition (Me) to Windows XP, you may lose statically configured network-specific settings (Internet Protocol [IP] address, shared or private network adapter...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;306102
You Cannot Connect When You Try to Play a Multiplayer Game
(810974) - You cannot connect with other players when you try to play a multiplayer game. This issue may occur if one or more of the following conditions are true: You upgrade to Windows XP Service Pack 1 (SP1)You use Internet Connection SharingYou have...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;810974
Network performance and data throughput may be significantly slower after installing Windows XP Service Pack 2
(842264) - Describes an issue where you may experience a significant slowdown in network performance and in data throughput on your computer after you install Windows XP SP2.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;842264
How Windows Firewall affects the UPnP framework in Windows XP Service Pack 2
(886257) - Describes the technical impact on the Windows UPnP framework of having the Windows Firewall on by default in Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2).
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;886257
You cannot create a network connection after you restore Windows XP
(329441) - Fixes a problem with a restored installation of Windows XP SP1 that cannot create a network connection.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;329441
Windows XP Quality of Service (QoS) enhancements and behavior
(316666) - This article describes the enhancements in QoS that are available in Windows XP. The article also references QoS features that were first introduced in Windows 2000.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;316666
You can use Windows Firewall to help protect network bridge connections in Windows XP Service Pack 2
(884905) - Describes the new feature of Windows Firewall that enables the monitoring of network bridge connections after you update to Windows XP Service Pack 2.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;884905
Capabilities of the Internet Gateway Device Discovery and Control Client and of Universal Plug and Play
(821371) - This article discusses the relationship and differences between the Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) and the Internet Gateway Device Discovery and Control Client capabilities of Windows XP. Internet Gateway Device Discovery and Control Client and...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;821371
Network Problems with a Router in Windows XP
(315978) - Explains how to fix issues with peer-to-peer networks that cannot browse a local connection or find another computer on your network.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;315978
How to troubleshoot network printing problems in Windows XP
(314073) - Describes how to troubleshoot issues that may occur when you are printing over a network.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;314073
Autodial starts each time a resource is not available in Windows XP
(821979) - When you log on to your computer and try to use a resource that is currently not available, Autodial may start. Note Autodial may start each time you try to use a resource that is currently not available. This problem may occur if the Remote...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;821979
The Internet Gateway Device Discovery and Control Client Is an Optional Networking Component in Windows XP Professional Service Pack 1a (SP1a)
(821980) - By default, the Internet Gateway Device Discovery and Control Client is installed on a Windows XP Professional computer. The Internet Gateway Device Discovery and Control Client starts the Simple Service Discovery Protocol (SSDP) Discovery...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;821980
Support WebCast: How to Set Up and Improve the Security of Home Wireless Networks
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;831749
Invalid Universal Plug and Play Request can Disrupt System Operation
(309073) - By sending a particular set of commands to an affected Windows XP computer, an attacker could gradually deplete resources on the system to the point where performance could be slowed or stopped altogether. There are a number of important...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;309073
You cannot establish an IEEE 1394 network connection in Windows XP
(824400) - When you shut down and restart your computer without using the correct shutdown procedures, or when you shut down and restart your computer after a power management recovery, you may not be able to establish a network connection between two...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;824400
Supported Connection Scenarios for Remote Assistance
(301529) - This article describes the supported connection scenarios for Remote Assistance. In Remote Assistance, a novice can connect to an expert by using the following methods: Windows MessengerSend Invitation as an E-mailSave Invitation as a File The...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;301529
HOW TO: Set Up Multiple-Device (Multilink) Dialing in Windows XP
(307849) - This article describes how to configure multiple-device dialing in Windows XP. With Windows XP, you can use multiple modems to connect to your Internet service provider (ISP) to increase the total speed of your transfers. Multiple-device dialing...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;307849
How to Set Up a Small Network with Windows XP Home Edition (PART 8)
(814005) - This article includes Part 8 of the "Set up a Small Network with Windows XP Home Edition" guide. Part 8 discusses how to share a printer. Note To view the other topics of the "Set Up a Small Network with Windows XP Home Edition" guide, see the...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;814005
How to Set Up a Small Network with Windows XP Home Edition (PART 5)
(813940) - This article includes Part 5 of the "Set up a Small Network with Windows XP Home Edition" guide. Part 5 discusses how to configure the TCP/IP protocol. Note To view the other topics of the "Set Up a Small Network with Windows XP Home Edition"...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;813940
Cannot Connect to a Windows-Based Server That Is Running NAT If the Client Source Port Is 1723
(817892) - If Network Address Translation (NAT) is in use on a server that is running Windows Server 2003 or Windows 2000, connections cannot be made to the server's external interface if the source port of a client computer is port 1723. You can enable NAT...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;817892
Using IEEE 1394 (FireWire) Devices with Windows XP
(310433) - This article describes the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) 1394 standard and how to use IEEE 1394 with Microsoft Windows XP. NOTE : Apple Computer FireWire is a common implementation of the IEEE 1394 standard. IEEE 1394...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;310433
PPTP clients cannot connect to a PPTP server that has multiple IP addresses
(271731) - When you connect to a Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) server from a PPTP client computer, the connection may not succeed, and you may receive one of the following error messages, depending on the version of Microsoft Windows that you are...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;271731
Internet Sharing Configuration Dialog Box Unexpectedly Appears When You Programmatically Enable or Disable the ICF
(814054) - When you programmatically enable or disable Internet Connection Firewall (ICF) functionality by calling the INetSharingConfiguration::EnableInternetFirewall function, the Internet Sharing Configuration dialog box appears and prompts the user about...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;814054
How to troubleshoot home networking in Windows XP
(308007) - Discusses how to troubleshoot several issues that you may experience when you use Windows XP Home Networking.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;308007
You cannot make phone calls or start voice or video conversations with Windows Messenger
(324214) - Resolves an issue with Windows Messenger that cannot make phone calls or start voice or video conversations under certain configurations.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;324214
Port Requirements for the Microsoft Windows Server System
(832017) - This article discusses the network ports and protocols that are used by server products and their subcomponents in the Microsoft Windows server system. The Windows server system includes a comprehensive and integrated infrastructure that is...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;832017
Internet firewalls can prevent browsing and file sharing
(298804) - Explains that turning on a firewall may keep you from searching or sharing files with other computers on a home network.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;298804
Basic L2TP/IPSec Troubleshooting in Windows XP
(314831) - Explains how to troubleshoot Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol (L2TP) and Internet Protocol Security (IPSec) in Windows XP.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;314831
Description of the Remote Assistance Connection Process
(300692) - This article describes the contents of the Remote Assistance invitation file that is sent from the Novice to the Expert. This file is created when the Novice uses the Email or Save invitation as a file option in Remote Assistance. This article...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;300692
New Network Device Prompts Message When You Resume from Hibernation
(305860) - After you install a new network device, you may receive either of the following messages when you first resume operation after the computer hibernates: You may need to run the Home Networking Wizard to continue sharing your Internet Connection....
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;305860
Windows XP stops responding when you connect to a shared folder
(829909) - When you try to use Microsoft Internet Explorer on a Microsoft Windows XP-based computer to connect over your LAN to a shared folder, you may not connect to the network share, and your computer may appear to have stopped responding. However, if...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;829909
HOW TO: Create a Shortcut to a Network Location in Windows XP
(308416) - This article is a step-by-step guide to creating a connection to a shared resource on another computer. You can use the Add Network Place Wizard to create a shortcut to a Web site, an FTP site, or another network location. How to Create a New...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;308416
How to manually open ports in Internet Connection Firewall in Windows XP
(308127) - Describes how to manually open ports in Internet Connection Firewall (ICF) in Windows XP to make sure that the programs work correctly when ICF is in use on the local computer or on the gateway computer.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;308127
How to configure a connection to the Internet in Windows XP Professional
(305549) - Describes how to use the Network Connections tool to configure Internet connections in Windows XP Professional.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;305549
Preventing Distributed Denial-of-Service Attacks that Use the Universal Plug-and-Play Service
(315056) - The patch that is provided in Microsoft Security Bulletin MS01-059 introduces new functionality to limit the ability of a Universal Plug and Play-capable computer to be used in distributed denial-of-service attacks. The purpose of this article is...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;315056
HOW TO: Enable or Disable Internet Connection Firewall in Windows XP
(283673) - Microsoft Windows XP provides Internet security in the form of a firewall, known as the Internet Connection Firewall (ICF). This feature is designed for home and small business use and provides protection for computers directly connected to the...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;283673
Settings for Client for Microsoft Networks and for File and Print Sharing for Microsoft Networks are linked in Windows XP and in Windows 2000
(833442) - You can only disable or enable the Client for Microsoft Networks and the File and Print Sharing for Microsoft Networks features together. You cannot use Group Policy settings to enable one feature and not enable the other.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;833442
Unchecked Buffer in Universal Plug and Play Can Lead to System Compromise for Windows XP
(315000) - Computers can use the Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) service to discover and use network-based devices. Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition (Me) and Windows XP include UPnP services, but Microsoft Windows 98 and Microsoft Windows 98 Second...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;315000
Cannot Connect to a Network Resource After You Change the Properties of a Network Connection
(828728) - If you open the properties of a network interface connection and then click to clear a check box (such as the Network Monitor Driver or the File and Printer Sharing check box) and then click to select the same check box, the change may appear to...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;828728
How to troubleshoot network connectivity problems
(325487) - Lists various causes for network connectivity problems and provides troubleshooting steps.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;325487
Internet Programs May Not Work as Expected with the Internet Connection Firewall Enabled
(308123) - When you attempt to use certain Internet programs, you may experience any of the following symptoms: You cannot host a Battlezone II game, but you can join a hosted game.When you use ICQ99a, you cannot receive files from another ICQ client.You...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;308123
You cannot access shared files and folders or browse computers in the workgroup
(318030) - Resolves a problem with Windows XP-based client computers that cannot access shared files or computers on a network.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;318030
Support WebCast: Microsoft Windows XP: Internet Connection Firewall
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;324731
Programs that may experience a change in behavior after you install Windows XP Service Pack 2
(886264) - lists programs that may experience a change in behavior when the programs run on a Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2)-based computer.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;886264
Drive Letters of Mapped Network Drives Are Missing in Windows Explorer
(810087) - You may find that mapped drive letters to shared network folders are missing in Windows Explorer when you use the Work online without synchronizing changes over a virtual private network (VPN) connection. This problem may occur if the following...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;810087
Intranet site is identified as an Internet site when you use an FQDN or an IP address
(303650) - When you access a local area network (LAN), an intranet share, or an intranet Web site by using an Internet Protocol (IP) address or a fully qualified domain name (FQDN), the share or Web site may be identified as in the Internet zone instead of...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;303650
How to configure a VPN connection to your corporate network in Windows XP Professional
(305550) - Describes how to create a new connection or modify an existing dial-up connection to securely access resources on your corporate network over a virtual private network (VPN) with Windows XP Professional.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;305550
How to Set Up a Small Network with Windows XP Home Edition (PART 7)
(814004) - This article includes Part 7 of the "Set Up a Small Network with Windows XP Home Edition" guide. Part 7 discusses how to share folders. Note To view the other topics of the "Set Up a Small Network with Windows XP Home Edition" guide, see the...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;814004
You receive an error message when you try to access a shared folder on a network computer that is running Windows XP Home Edition
(885184) - Explains that you cannot access a shared folder on a network computer after you upgrade to Windows XP Home Edition from an earlier version of Windows.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;885184
Unable to Connect Using Direct Cable Connection
(310152) - When you attempt to establish a connection between a Microsoft Windows 95-based and a Windows XP-based computer by using Direct Cable Connection, you may be unable to connect. This behavior can occur when you use the default protocols installed by...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;310152
Overview of the Advanced Networking Pack for Windows XP
(817778) - Explains how to download and how to configure the Advanced Networking Pack for Windows XP Service Pack 1 (SP1).
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;817778
How to Configure a Direct Cable Connection with Windows XP Home Edition (PART 7)
(814987) - This article includes Part 7 of the "Configure a Direct Cable Connection with Windows XP Home Edition" guide. Part 7 describes how to use NWLink IPX/SPX/NetBIOS compatible transport protocol. Note To view the other topics of the "Configure a...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;814987
HOW TO: Connect to a Printer by Using a Web Browser in Windows XP
(307847) - This article describes how to connect to a printer using a Web browser. How Internet Printing Works With the Internet printing feature of Microsoft Windows XP, you can use your Web browser to connect to shared printers on a print server that is...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;307847
How to configure file sharing in Windows XP
(304040) - Describes the file sharing features in Windows XP and how to configure permissions for access to your files and folders.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;304040
How to Configure a Direct Cable Connection with Windows XP Home Edition (PART 6)
(814986) - This article includes Part 6 of the "Configure a Direct Cable Connection with Windows XP Home Edition" guide. Part 6 describes how to configure TCP/IP. Note To view the other topics of the "Configure a Direct Cable Connection with Windows XP Home...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;814986
Browse List Issues on Servers and Clients Include Error Messages About Event ID 8032 and Inability to Browse
(314872) - Under the following conditions, you may experience one or more of the following symptoms: When you double-click My Network Places in Windows Explorer, an incomplete browse list is displayed.Computers that do not have file and printer sharing...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;314872
Troubleshooting Windows Firewall settings in Windows XP Service Pack 2
(875357) - Discusses how to configure and troubleshoot Windows Firewall settings. Details some of the application compatibility failure symptoms.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;875357
The Advantages of Direct Hosting of SMB over TCP/IP
(315267) - This article discusses the advantages of the Windows XP strategy of removing NetBIOS transport for file and printer sharing traffic. Windows XP supports file and printer sharing traffic by using the Server Message Block (SMB) protocol directly...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;315267
Support WebCast: Microsoft Windows XP: Troubleshooting Internet Connectivity
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;324891
How to activate Windows XP
(307890) - Describes how to activate your copy of Windows XP by using the Internet, a modem, or by phone.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;307890
You may not be able to connect to an instance of SQL Server that is configured to use the Named Pipes server network library on a computer that is running Windows XP Service Pack 2
(839269) - You may not be able to connect to an instance of SQL Server that is configured to use the Named Pipes server network library on a computer that is running Windows XP Service Pack 2. This article discusses a workaround for this problem.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;839269
You receive a "Windows cannot locate the server copy of your roaming profile" error message when you try to log on to a Windows XP-based client
(832850) - Describes two ways to log on to a Windows XP client computer when your account is configured to use a roaming profile.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;832850
HOW TO: Obtain Remote Assistance Using Windows Messenger in Windows XP
(306556) - This step-by-step article describes how to use Windows Messenger to obtain help using the Remote Assistance feature in Windows XP. Remote Assistance enables you to allow another user to make a remote connection to your computer, which they can use...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;306556
HOW TO: Obtain Remote Assistance by Sending an E-mail Message in Windows XP
(306757) - This article describes how to obtain help by using the Remote Assistance feature in Microsoft Windows XP. Remote Assistance allows a remote connection to your computer that can be used to view your computer screen, participate in real-time chat...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;306757
Description of a Personal Firewall
(321050) - This article describes a personal firewall that is intended for home or small business use. This article also lists some of the different types of firewalls, and some issues that you may experience when you use a firewall. Description of a...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;321050
How to troubleshoot wireless network connections in Windows XP Service Pack 2
(870702) - Describes how to troubleshoot 802.11b wireless network connection issues in Windows XP SP2. Issues include driver installation, 802.11b wireless networking with Wireless Zero Configuration Service, and signal strength.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;870702
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