Sharing MP3s on 2 wireless PCs

[bigbadish]

Hey guys,

I have 2 PCs, both of which are connected to the web via a wireless Linksys router which is positioned downstairs (not physically connected to either of the PCs).

I would like be able to access my MP3s on PC1, from PC2 but I'm a little unsure how to go bout this, as in do I need a switch to link the two PCs together or...I'm a little confused really.

Cheers for the help in advance.

 

[bigbadish]

Just tried to set it up using the wireless wizard. Went the usb pen route and that failed and then tried the manual approach and got the following:

I am guessing that's because I'm using the wireless configuration software that came with the wireless card, and nt the windows tool?

 

[dan653]

how do you want to access the mp3s on the second pc, using an app like itunes or the files directly through explorer ('my computer')

what operating systems are running on both pcs?
are you running any firewall internet security software?

 

[bigbadish]

Hi dan, thanks for the response.

I would like to access the mp3s through explorer, both PCs are running XP Pro and both PCs are using the same firewall (Sophos).

 

[Skidilliplop]

Firstly ensure that windows firewall is off on both PCs and ensure file sharing is permitted in sophos. Then create a folder on one of the PCs, right click and check share this folder, giving it a share name. In the same window go to permissions and set them appropriately. This folder shoudl now be accessible from the other PC through my network places.

 

[bigbadish]

Seems to be working now, thanks for the help guys