Win XP laptop + Win 2k desk

[Easy]

Laptop XP Pro + Dsktop Win 2k networked with one to one crossover cable

I've set up so that I can share my folders on both, and given myself necessary permissions where possible, but I can't suss out how to get XP to let me set up permission for myself as a user on the desktop to copy to my folders on XP - I have to pull stuff across from the desktop, using the laptop. I can write to 2k folders from XP, but not the other way round

Only a minor nuisance, but is there any way to fix this?

Both computers are members of the same workgroup, but I can't add any users from the desktop (can't even see it) in security permissions in XP

[Sterling_Aug]

Set up the same user accounts on both machines.

Disable the XP firewall.

[Easy]

Firewall is disabled
User account name (eg, 'Easy') is same on both machines, but the PCs are named 'X' and 'Y' (not really...) so the account on desktop is "X\Easy", and on laptop is "Y\Easy"

I can't get the laptop ("Y") to see or find the desktop ("X") in Locations (Advanced Security Settings --> Add --> Select User or Group --> Locations), even though they're part of the same Workgroup

[BipolarBill]

Originally posted by Easy
I can't get the laptop ("Y") to see or find the desktop ("X") in Locations (Advanced Security Settings --> Add --> Select User or Group --> LocationsInstead of "Locations", choose Advanced and then Find now. Choose the account type (Admin or Power User).

[Easy]

This is tricksy - I tried that, too

Just checked again, won't have it, only locations listed are either on laptop, or not specifically assigned to a location (eg, Local Service, Network Service, Terminal Service User)

[BipolarBill]

Stop clicking Locations. Look at the bottom and click Advanced.

[Easy]

Hey, c'mon BPB, I'm not clicking 'Locations'...!

Folder --> Right-click --> Properties --> Security --> Add --> (brings up "Select Users or Groups" dialog) --> Advanced --> Find Now

No sight of the other PC

Alternatively:

Folder --> Right-click --> Properties --> Security --> Advanced --> (brings up "Advanced Security Settings for [Folder name]" dialog) --> Add --> (brings up "Select Users or Groups" dialog) --> Advanced --> Find Now

No joy

btw: in "Object Types" (Find Now), only lists 'User', 'Groups', 'Built-in Security Principals' - there's no option to add 'Computer'

Also, tried just adding

"Easy (X\Easy)" in 'Select User or Group' dialog --> get message:

"The object named "Easy (X\Easy)" is not from a domain listed in the Select Location dialog box, and is therefore not valid"

???

[BipolarBill]

In a workgroup, all permissions are assigned by user - not machine (PC). If you must, add the remote user to the other PC and then he will be on your Principals list.

[Easy]

It's me with the same user name on both m'chines, with Admin security permissions

XP won't allow me to add a user account with same name, but which also specifies the computer name in the user account (X/Easy)

I've a feeling this isn't possible

Could it be something along the lines of XP permisions taking precedence over 2k...?

So I can copy stuff as an Administrator onto the 2k machine (and 2k accepts the XP Admin security permission) but not the other way round (XP doesn't accept 2k security permission)?

[BipolarBill]

Originally posted by Easy
XP won't allow me to add a user account with same nameWhat does that mean?

In XP, go to Computer Management in Administrative Tools. Now open Users and Groups. Right-click Users and select New > User. Type in the name of the account on Win2K. What happens when you add it?

[Midknyte]

did you already add the same username on both systems? you cannot add another account with the same name. your "easy" accounts should also have the same password.

account on desktop is "X\Easy", and on laptop is "Y\Easy"

are you sure you have both share and ntfs permissions set up correctly? I leave share permissions on full control and restrict use with my ntfs permissions.

[omendata]

Seen this one before - make it easy on yourself - go to explorer and setup simple file sharing if its not already enabled (Tools/Folder options - its at the bottom) - make sure the guest account is not disabled in XP - When running workgroup it is essential to have the guest account enabled on both machines.

If that doesnt help it could be your user policy settings - rare but it has been known - let us know how you get on!!!

[Easy]

did you already add the same username on both systems? you cannot add another account with the same name. your "easy" accounts should also have the same password. Yes, same account name, same workgroup, same password on both computers

are you sure you have both share and ntfs permissions set up correctly? I leave share permissions on full control and restrict use with my ntfs permissions. OOoops! That's the answer... I had Share permissions set as Everyone --> Read only. Silly me...!! Thanks Midknyte

Incidentally, Guest Account is disabled on both PCs - this still works now I've fixed Share permision

XP won't allow me to add a user account with same name
What does that mean? I think the above explains: I've already got an account with that name on the laptop running XP.

Thanks people... it was only a small niggle, but this makes life a little easier when I join them together to keep the laptop updated
Keep living, keep learning...
Easy :)

[Midknyte]

Cool. Glad to help. :)

[omendata]

Duh!!!
Yep I forgot the two (2K/XP) use the same NT communications between user accounts - Guest account only applies to Win9X access to XP/2K.

Strange how all problems usually come down to the simplest issues - Nice one Midknyte.

And at last a user who replies with a comment when fixed - Makes a change eh!

[Easy]

The people who make up SysOpt have helped me out many times - very occasionally I've been able to help a few other people, and they've said 'thanks'...

I'm (slightly) surprised it's an issue for some people in a 'community' setup like this, but I suppose there's some who'll just take what they need without giving any feedback, or saying thanks... I'm grateful for the help here, and like to say so...

Suppose we could get all morose, and sentimental thinking it's summat to do with culture, values, and instant gratification, hey... maybe it is....!

Anyway, thanks again for this one, and for being here
Easy:)

[Midknyte]

IT is a pretty thankless field, so I'm used to it. LOL But your gratitude is duly noted. :)

The most important thing for us to know is what fixed the problem. We'll be able to help the next person that has the same problem. No sense in "reinventing the wheel" everytime.

Jya mata! (see ya later) :t

[omendata]

I second that emotion.
None of us know everything but its good to find out what fixed a certain problem - adds to your own memory bank and skillset.
Nothing worse than a hanging thread>>>>>