ipx network mixed xp/98

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  1. ZergDrone

    ZergDrone Member

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    i need help with ipx between a xp and 98. i have them connected through router with patch cables, same workgroup name. and xp as host. how do i make it so that they recognize each other. trying to play starcraft LAN.
     
  2. theridges

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    router through patch cables???do you mean cross-over cable because that would be the wrong thing to do.......you need normal ethernet cables for the router after that just setup a network on your computer(the xp one) and you should be set.....
     
  3. ddp

    ddp Moderator Staff Member

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    also disable the firewalls till each computer is seen by the other
     

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