This article will come in handy if your apartment has not one, but two computers. Sometimes it is necessary to transfer documents between them, and children can play games over the network. Today we'll talk about how to connect two computers together.
One of the easiest ways is to use a so-called twisted pair cable. The cost of work - you can't imagine cheaper, but the data transfer speed is much higher than in other cases. It makes sense to lay the cable if the distance between PCs is less than 100 meters.
We need:
- A network card in each computer. Attention! They may already be installed on your computer (check), otherwise you need to buy them.
- Twisted pair - copper wires twisted in pairs, insulated. There are shielded (STP) and unshielded (UTP). UTP is suitable for our needs, and it's easier to buy such a pair.
3. Forks RJ-45 (also called "jack") in the amount of 2 pcs. It is possible that similar ones are used in your telephone jack.
4. A crimping tool (called a "crimper").
What's the first step? We measure the distance between computers along the route of the future cable laying. Then we go to the store and buy the same amount of twisted pair, as well as a few meters in reserve. We also take forks and a crimping tool there.
The purchased cable must be crimped using the Cross-over type. This option is used when connecting computers without using a hub and similar devices. This is done like this:
- From both ends of the purchased cable, cut off the sheath by about 3 centimeters.
- We unwind the wires inside and put them according to the figure.
- In this order, we insert the twisted pair conductors into the RJ-45 plugs. Important! The color order is not the same for different forks.
- We take a crimping tool, insert the forks into it one by one and squeeze the crimper handles to failure.
There are only simple steps left - setting up the operating system. Let's show all the steps using the example of Windows 7:
- We connect the jacks to the connectors of the network cards (usually located on the back wall of the system units; you will not confuse them with anything, since the plugs will not work in other connectors).
- Open the Control Panel, select the System item, and in it you will need Remote Access Settings - the Computer Name tab - Change. We give a name to the computer and the group of devices in which it will work. The system will offer a reboot, but we will refuse it for now.
- We again need the Control Panel, and there we need the Network and Sharing Center Find the Local Area Connection item, click Properties - Internet Protocol version 4 (here we double-click) - Use the following IP address. Enter the IP address 192.168.1.2 and the subnet mask 255.255.255.0.
- Restart your computer
- We perform the same actions with the second computer. Important! The computer name must be different, only the last digit must be different in the IP address. The workgroup names and subnet mask are the same as the first device.
- To use files from one computer on another, you need to specifically allow it. To do this, right-click on the required folder and select the "Sharing - Access tab - Advanced Sharing Settings" section. We put a tick in the item "Share this folder".
That's all. You have learned how to connect two computers together into one network.
Looking for a way to exchange files between two computers using a local area network cable (LAN cable)? Well, congratulations, your search finally ends on this site. I'm sure this little tutorial will help thousands of people who want to transfer files from PC to PC using an Ethernet cable. I am sure this article will be useful for you too. So, let's begin.
Before you start, you should know that sharing or transferring files from computer to computer by connecting them with an Ethernet cable is one of the oldest ways. Wi-Fi technology has evolved significantly over the years, and as long as your two systems are on the same local network, you can simply turn on sharing on one PC and use the other computer to access those files.
When should you use a LAN cable to send files from one computer to another?
Oh, this tedious thing, when you need to connect thousands of flash drives, when you want to save some data, and even it takes a lot of time. If you are tired of this, then this method of connecting computers is perfect for you! This method is also useful when, for example, computers are not connected to a shared Wi-Fi router or one does not have a permanent connection to such a network.
What's more, you can also use this method when you need to transfer a lot of data, such as your media collection, from one PC to another. Trust me, if you don't have enough Wi-Fi and network setup skills to use full speed, moving multimedia files several hundred gigabytes over WiFi is not a good idea. I tried to do it, and it really is HELL!
Benefits of connecting two computers via LAN
The main advantage of Ethernet cable transmission is that it is very fast, at least faster than normal WiFi transmission. If you have a lot of data to transfer, it is best to use an Ethernet cable.
What Windows have you tested on?
This method has been tested on Win 7, 8, 10, i.e. on those, one of which is probably installed with you. So you don't have to worry about it not working.
What do you need to have?
- 2 Windows computers.
- 1 LAN cable.
- A little time and patience (only if you are doing this for the first time).
Data exchange between 2 computers via LAN cable
Step 1
Connect both computers to the LAN cable.
Step 2
Ok, now you should configure the sharing settings on both computers.
Go to "Control Panel" in the "Start" menu and open it. Go to the path "Network and Internet> Network and Sharing Center> Change advanced sharing settings":
Here, select the "enable network discovery" option under the shared folder section. Now select the "disable password protected sharing" option. This way, you won't have to enter your password every time you try to access shared folders from another computer. However, this is also a significant security risk. So make sure to select “Enable Password Protected Sharing” as soon as you finish transferring files over the Ethernet cable:
Step 3
Now we have to connect both computers to the same network.
Open Control Panel> Network and Sharing Center:
You will see Local Area Connection or Ethernet Connection. Click on the link "Local Area Connection":
In the dialog box that appears, click on the "Properties" button:
Find and select "Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP / IP V4)" from the list and click the "Properties" button:
In the properties window, select the "Use the following IP address" option. Now add the following values to the fields for the first computer and save the changes:
- IP Address: 192.168.1.1
- Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0
- Main gate: 192.168.1.2
On the second computer, do the same in the IPv4 Properties window and enter the following values and save the changes:
- IP Address: 192.168.1.2
- Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0
- Main gate: 192.168.1.1
In fact, we simply manually register different IP addresses for two computers and make each other's main gateways for them.
If everything is working correctly, you will see the names of the two computers in the Networks pane.
Step 4
This step assumes that you have correctly connected the cable, turned on the sharing options and configured the IP addresses, now it is time to send files from one computer to another. To do this, you first need to open access to the target folder on the local network.
In the window, click the "Advanced setup ..." button:
And check the box "Share this folder":
Click OK, then you can see the network path for the added folder appears in the Access tab.
Many of my friends and acquaintances ask to help them connect the Internet to 2 computers. There is nothing difficult in this, even a 5-year-old child can cope with this task. Today I want to tell you how to connect the Internet to 2 computers.
At first glance, organizing the distribution of the Internet over your network is not such a difficult matter, but many people get stumped by this question as soon as the situation comes down to business. In reality, everything is simple and I will be glad to help you, so let's get started.
In this article, we will consider the configuration option for two computers: the first (with Windows XP) server, the second (with Windows 7) client. Of course, I mean that we have already configured the Internet on the first computer and we need to share (multiply) this very Internet on the second PC.
We will need: actually two computers, one of which has 2 network cards, the required amount of network cable (UTP 5 cat), an 8p8c plug (which is also mistakenly called RJ-45), a crimping tool (if there is none, you can ask a friend a communications operator or administrator, in whose arsenal there is probably one).
First of all, we measure the required length of the cable and cut it, only more carefully, so as not to re-measure and not alter it later. We need to crimp the resulting piece of cable on both sides. I can write a lot of water, that there is a crimp type 568A, 568B, a crossover, etc., but we take into account the fact that in the versions of Windows under consideration the network card automatically chooses how to work for it and does everything for you, we will not delve into the physical subtleties ... So, a standard Category 5 twisted-pair cable is crimped as follows:
Strictly observing the sequence of the twisted pair wires, we insert them into the plug (the metal contacts should be on top, i.e. look at us when we insert the wires into the plug) and crimp the plug with the appropriate tool. We do this operation on both sides of the piece of cable we cut off. If you are not satisfied with the option of self-preparation, then a ready-made cable can be bought at any computer store in your city.
Setting up the connection
After adding the second network card, another connection icon will appear in the corresponding window (Start - Control Panel - Network Connections):
- Right-click on the connection shortcut and select "Properties" 2. Uncheck all checked boxes, except for "Internet Protocol TCP / IP" 3. On the "Advanced" tab, check the box 4. "Allow other network users to use the Internet connection of this computer" 5. Select "Local network" in the connection
This is where we finish setting up the Internet and move on to setting up the local network itself and setting up a second computer for its access to the Internet. For convenience, this connection can be renamed somehow, eg "Internet".
Setting up a local network
On the first computer, which acts as a server, as discussed above, there are two network cards: on the first we configured the distribution of the Internet over the network, on the second we configure the local network itself. We plug the cable prepared in advance by us into the second network card of the server computer and into the network card of the client computer. We start the setup from the server:
We assign the server an IP address (192.168.0.1) and a subnet mask (255.255.255.0), as shown in the figure. This is a simple example, but workable, if you have a desire to assign a different IP, then please - do as it will be more convenient and easier for you. Press the button and this completes the server setup.
Let's move on to setting up the client, i.e. second PC (as mentioned above, our client will be a computer with Windows 7). Go to "Start" - "Control Panel" - "Network and Sharing Center" - "Local Area Connection" - "Properties" - "Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP / IPv4)"
We perform the configuration operations as with the server, but specify a different IP address (192.168.0.2) and the same subnet mask (255.255.255.0), the IP address of the main gateway (this is our server computer) and the preferred DNS server will be the same:
Next, you need to specify one workgroup so that computers can see each other in the local network we have created. By default, when installing the system, the name WORKGROUP is assigned to the workgroup of your computer (for sure, everyone has seen who installed Windows themselves, but did not think much about it). But in this article we will nevertheless consider the option that our working group will have a different unique name, exactly the one that you like. On the server (Windows XP), this is done as follows: in the context menu "My computer" select the item "Properties", the tab "Computer name" - "Change" and assign a name convenient for you to our workgroup:
We remember the name assigned by us and proceed to setting up the client's computer (with the Windows 7 operating system). Click "Start" - right-click on the "Computer" icon - select the "Properties" menu item. In the newly opened window in the list on the left, select "Additional system parameters" - select the "Computer name" tab - "Change" and specify the name of our workgroup:
This completes the setup. Now we have a local network of two computers and the Internet is distributed over it. For those who are especially curious, you can check the availability of a connection using the ping command line utility, so to speak, "ping" our grid. This is done very simply both in Windows XP and in Windows 7, first you need to call the command line: "Start" - "Run" and enter cmd. Then enter the ping command in the text console window that appears and make sure there is a connection. You can ping each other (by specifying the IP address), as well as different Internet addresses (by specifying the IP address or DNS symbolic name). How to do this is explained in the example below:
That's all, a working network of two computers is ready.
In this article, you learned how to connect the Internet to 2 computers. I hope you are convinced that there is nothing difficult about this.
How to share the internet using usergade software
Transferring data between devices is one of the most important applications of a personal computer. An efficient and inexpensive way to connect multiple PCs is to use a network (LAN, Ethernet) twisted pair cable.
A twisted pair cable consists of eight copper conductors twisted in pairs, enclosed in a plastic sheath, sometimes with shielding in the form of aluminum foil or braid. Outside, the cable has a PVC outer sheath.
Pairing and shielding is used to reduce cable noise and increase data transfer rates. The cable is designated UTP (unshielded) and FTP (shielded twisted pair).
Straight-through or crossover cable
One of the main questions about connecting a PC with an Ethernet cable is what type of cable, straight or crossover, to use.
To find out, you need to determine which devices the cable will connect:
In a straight cable, the connections (pinout) of the contacts at both ends are the same (1-1 2-2, etc.). This type of cable is used for transmission, but not for the exchange of data between devices.
In a crossover cable, the transmitting pair at one end is connected to the receiving pair at the other (pinout 1-3, 2-6), i.e. the pin connections in the cable are “crossed”, which allows data exchange between the two devices.
Note! The color of the contacts in the examples indicates the color of the insulating sheath of the cable conductors.
Many devices today support an Auto-MDI (X) port interface where data transmission is automatically configured.
Reference! If at least one of the devices in the connection supports Auto-MDI (X), this excludes the obligatory use of a certain type of cable - crossover or straight-through.
Twisted pair connection of two PCs
For direct connection of two PCs, it is better to purchase a crossover cable of the correct length to avoid misunderstandings. Next, you need to connect the computers with this cable.
Step 1. Find an RJ-45 connector on the computer panel for connecting a network cable. This connector is found on almost any PC or laptop.
Step 2. Insert the Ethernet cable plug into the connector until it clicks, linking the two computers together.
The hardware connection of the PC is now complete.
Programmatic connection setup
To set up a PC connection, you need to transfer them to a common workgroup.
Step 1. Press the "Win + R" key combination on the keyboard of the first PC ("Win" is located to the right of "Ctrl"). Type in the field "sysdm.cpl" and click "OK".
Step 2. In System Properties, click on the Computer Name tab and click Change.
Step 3. Think up and type in the line the name of the "working group" in English letters. In the line "Computer name" you can leave the previous name of the PC or choose any other. Click "OK".
Step 4. Restart your PC for the settings you have made to take effect.
Step 5. After rebooting, press "Win + R" on the keyboard and type "control" in the field. Click "OK".
Step 6. Click View Status ... if Category is listed, or Control Center ... if Icons are enabled.
If the "View" mode is set to "Large icons", click on the link "Control Center ..."
Step 7. Click "Change adapter ...".
Click "Change adapter ..."
Step 8. Click on "Network Connection ..." and select "Properties".
Click on "Network Connection ...", select "Properties"
Step 9. Click the Networking tab, click TCP / IPv4 and click Properties.
Step 10. Specify 192.168.0.1 (mask 255.255.255.0). Click "OK". Setting up the first PC is now complete.
Step 11. Repeat " Steps 1-10 " on another PC, specifying the same “workgroup” name, but entering the IP address 192.168.0.2 (mask 255.255.255.0).
Setting up PC access
To exchange data between PCs, you need to give permission to access their files and folders.
Step 1. In the "Network Control Center ..." (see. Steps 5-6 of the previous section) click "Change advanced settings ...".
Step 2. Expand all network profiles in the dropdown list and enable all permissions to detect, access and control the PC.
Step 3. Scrolling to the bottom of the list, select disable password protection. Click "Save Changes".
Step 4. Repeat Steps 1-3 on another PC.
You can now view the connected PCs in the Network category.
Step 1. Double-click the This PC icon on your desktop.
Step 2. Left-click on the Network icon.
An icon will appear representing another PC on the network.
Checking the connection
The correctness of the PC connection to each other can be checked with the ping command, for example, using a PC with an IP address of 192.168.0.2.
Step 1. Press "Win + R", type "cmd" and press "OK".
Step 2. Enter in the window: ping 192.168.0.1 and press "Enter" on the keyboard. Lines starting with "Reply from ..." will appear. This means that the PC "sees" the other PC and the connection is established.
If the message "Request timed out ..." is received, it means that there is no communication between the PCs. In such a situation, it is necessary to recheck all the settings indicated above.
Note! The network connection can also be blocked by the Windows firewall (firewall) or an antivirus installed on the PC. In addition, the Ethernet cable or the network cards of the PC may be faulty.
Internet access
A network connection with two PCs accessing the Internet is possible if an additional network card is installed on one of the PCs and Internet distribution is configured.
After the physical connection of the PC, in addition to the settings mentioned above, you will also need to specify the gateway number in the TCP / IPv4 protocol setting on both PCs.
Step 1. Open the “Local Area Connection” settings with the right mouse button and select “Properties” (see Steps 5-8 in “Programmatically Configuring the Connection”).
Step 2. Specify the gateway 192.168.0.1 if the Internet is configured on a PC with an IP address of 192.168.0.1.
Step 3. To do "Steps 1-2" on another PC.
The general Internet connection is now set up.
How to crimp a twisted pair cable
Sometimes the length of a commercially available Ethernet cable is not enough to connect PCs that are far apart from each other. In this situation, you can purchase:
Crimp Standards
There are two options for crimping a twisted pair cable:
Reference! If you need a crossover cable, then on one side the connector is crimped according to the 568A standard, and on the other - according to 568B.
Ethernet cable crimp process
Step 1. Step back from the cable cut by 3-5 cm, carefully cut the outer sheath and remove it.
Step 2. Untwist the strands and arrange the conductors in the order required for crimping. Pull the nylon thread or foil shield back.
Step 3. Step back 12-14 mm from the edge of the outer sheath and cut off the ends of the conductors perpendicular to the cable axis.
Step 4. Align the wires and insert them into the RJ-45 connector until they reach the front of the connector. The outer sheath of the cable must fit inside the connector using the plastic retaining clip.
Note! It is required to insert the cable into the connector with a certain force.
Step 5... Insert the RJ-45 connector into the "8P" crimper socket until it stops.
Step 6. Squeeze the crimp handles with force until a distinct click in the tool.
RJ-45 connector crimped.
Cable Crimp Test
If a Lan tester is available, you can immediately check the crimp on the Ethernet cable.
Insert the cable into the tester connectors and press the test button. Sequentially synchronously lit indicators will show the presence of a contact and the correct connection of the conductors.
Lack of glow or glow of a different color will indicate a broken conductor, crossing or short-circuited conductor. If there are defects in the crimp, cut off the connectors and crimp the cable again.
Video - How to connect 2 computers via Lan Cable
Good day, dear readers.
If two computers are used side by side, it is logical to make a Windows 7 local network connection between them. It is convenient to exchange files, information, play together or use the same equipment. This tool provides additional convenience, since there is no need to constantly use portable memory or exchange data via the Internet, although the speed of the latter today allows you to do this quickly. I will try to tell you everything I know about this technology.
So, for starters, it's worth talking a little about what a local network connection is. It represents a connection between two or more computers. This is done via cable or wireless technology. As mentioned at the beginning, technology allows the exchange of information, and generally helps to speed up the workflow.
Creation( )
We will not dwell on which components are required for physical connection. Before directly establishing a connection, you must specify a single working group on all devices. To do this, we do a few simple movements:
As mentioned at the beginning - the value should be the same on all devices that will be in the same bundle. In this case, the line “ Full name»Each equipment has a unique one.
Then you need to go to " Network Control Center". This can be done through " Control Panel"Or find the connection icon in the tray, and then right-click on it.
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In the left part of the window we find the item "". Now we need to enable network discovery and configuration in automatic mode everywhere. In addition, you should definitely open public access.
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Then we go to " All networks". We find the last item " Password protected sharing"Where we need to turn it off.
In addition, you must enable individual folder detection on the target computers.
As a result, directories from different users should appear in the network environment.
If this did not happen, go to the main menu " Network Control Center"And press" ". Then we do everything according to the prompts.
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No icon near the clock( )
Don't worry right away. Perhaps the corresponding function was simply disabled for some reason.
So, if you have lost the icon near the clock, do the following:
Network does not work( )
Every user who has been interacting with other devices in this way for a long time has encountered a problem at least once in his life when the connection simply disappears. This can happen for several reasons. The most common problems are with network equipment. In most cases, a simple reboot helps.
Sometimes it is necessary to re-register all parameters. How do I set up a switch or router? To resolve this issue, it is better to contact a specialist, as this often depends on the specifics of use.
Installing a network printer( )
Separately, it should be said about connecting the printer over the network. Believe me, when more than one computer is used in a room, sooner or later there will be a need to print from each of them. Do not constantly transfer documents from one to another. To do this, you need to make some movements:
How to turn on the device we need on other PCs or laptops? You just need to install it. For this:
At first glance, setting up a network seems like a complicated process. But actually it is not. Of course, there are connections that require special knowledge from a specialist. In fact, if you are not sure of your actions, it is still better to contact the master.
I hope the information that I presented above helped you. Subscribe to updates, and you can be the first to know the most interesting data concerning the work of Windows and computer technologies in general.
