How can i share my Internet Connection on two different laptops?
February 172010
Host laptop carries Windows XP n other one is having VISTA HOME..
I m able to share n browse both laptop contains in both laptops but the problem is i m not able to browse INTERNET in the one carrying VISTA.
So what is missing in Internet Connection Sharing ???
Host laptop (Sony VAIO)carries Windows XP n other one(HP Pavillion) is having VISTA HOME..
I m able to share n browse both laptop contains in both laptops but the problem is i m not able to browse INTERNET in the one carrying VISTA.
I m using Motorola SURFboard SB5101 USB cable Modem to connect the net in XP based sony laptop n connect the other one (HP Pavillion) through modem s well using lan cable…
So what is missing in Internet Connection Sharing ???
Well it is not a big deal, in case I’ve already shared files and folders. But let me just warn you that sharing the connection means, technically half of the total bandwidth speed. But sharing it within the 2 computers/Laptops will result in much more loses. bu the details you provided are not sufficient to guide you step by step procedure. but in short. First of all, You need to assign IP addresses manually to both of the laptops (just assign manual IPs to the LAN connection connecting these 2 Laptops. Now on the Laptop-2(without internet connection), try to ping the Ip address of the Laptop-1 (with internet) in gateway of laptop-2, put the Ip of the Laptop-1. Note down the DNS address from Laptop-1’s net connection, put them in the the DNS of the Laptop-2. And finally share the internet connection in the LAN of the Laptop-1. I know it sounds confusing. But it is the best way for you without spending anything, except your BRAIN. good Luck
February 17th, 2010 at 7:44 am
Do you have wireless connection in your home?Just buy a wireless router and connect through it.Up to 4 pcs can use 1 router.
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February 17th, 2010 at 8:09 am
Please clarify the following:
Do you want a single Internet connection in both laptops simultaneously? Then you have to use a HUB or Switch. Is it with you?
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February 17th, 2010 at 8:50 am
Don’t use one computer to share the internet connection with another. It just isn’t reliable and it’s slow.
Get a LinkSys Router. this would be best
LINKSYS WRT54G IEEE 802.3/3u, IEEE 802.11b/g Wireless-G Broadband Router – $54.99
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16833124010&CMP=AFC-C8Junction&ATT=17-814-004
Good luck and Happy Computing!
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February 17th, 2010 at 9:28 am
You can try using wireless connection.
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February 17th, 2010 at 10:02 am
Well it is not a big deal, in case I’ve already shared files and folders. But let me just warn you that sharing the connection means, technically half of the total bandwidth speed. But sharing it within the 2 computers/Laptops will result in much more loses. bu the details you provided are not sufficient to guide you step by step procedure. but in short. First of all, You need to assign IP addresses manually to both of the laptops (just assign manual IPs to the LAN connection connecting these 2 Laptops. Now on the Laptop-2(without internet connection), try to ping the Ip address of the Laptop-1 (with internet) in gateway of laptop-2, put the Ip of the Laptop-1. Note down the DNS address from Laptop-1’s net connection, put them in the the DNS of the Laptop-2. And finally share the internet connection in the LAN of the Laptop-1. I know it sounds confusing. But it is the best way for you without spending anything, except your BRAIN. good Luck
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(if the DNS is on automatic mode, try the same in the laptop-2, If it don’t work call you ISP)