Re: FN-FORUM: Networking 2 PCs

date posted 24th August 2003 10:44

Hi Nic,

You would need to use a Cross Over Cable as appossed to CAT 5e cable, if
going down this path...

Or you could use an USB Network Linkup Cable... about £40 max... but I
personally do not like USB networking...

Or a 5 port Hub...only runs at 10mb...

Or my recommened option is to buy a 5 port Switch which will run at 100mb.
The most stable option and one we use for workgrouping Win 98 systems. A
switch will cost you about £30 max.

Also you would need 2 CAT5e cables for use withe the Hub or Switch...one for
each PC.

Let me know if you need more info.

J
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From: "Nic Smith" [EMAIL REMOVED]
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Subject: FN-FORUM: Networking 2 PCs


>
> Hi all,
>
> I need to network 2 PCs together. Both run Windows 98SE. I was thinking,
> all I need is ethernet cards in both, TCP/IP protocol installing with
> supporting IP addresses and a CAT 5e cable running from 1 PC to the
> other. This would work wouldn't it? I wouldnt need a router as its only
> the two PCs - or do i?
>
> Any help a bonus - thanks
>
> Nic Smith
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