How to network one to one ?

[jockdisvdude]

I want to network 2 computers without a hub. both computers have a NIC. Is it possible to connect them to eachother using networking cable ? I did that, but they don't detect eachother. They are in the same network with unique computer names .

 

[Budman]

Yes it is possible,you need a Crossover cable to connect the 2 pcs directly.

 

[jockdisvdude]

Crossover cable ? I have a cable the I connect from my NIC to my cable modem. I am trying to use that. should that work ?

 

[Budman]

No it will not,it's a cable with a few wires crossed,just go buy a crossover cable. they are cheap.

 

[jockdisvdude]

okay. thanks for the info. I would have sat here trying to make it work till tommorow. HEHe. so there is no way I can network them right ?

 

[Nakaji]

no. it's a different cable...just go down to your local computer store and tell them what you want to do. They should be able to tell you the right cable to buy.

 

[John]

Sounds like you are using a straight thru cable to me. You need a crossover cable.

 

[JackMDS]

Straight or Crossover are two methods of connecting the pins on RJ-45 Cat5 Network cables. There is no advantage or disadvantage (or the best) it must be connected right or the Network will not work.

The Rules of Connections for Hub, and or Switch are the same:

NIC to NIC - Crossover Cable.
NIC to Hub - Straight (regular) Cable
NIC to Uplink - Crossover Cable.

Hub (regular) to Hub (regular) - Crossover Cable.
Hub (regular) to Hub Uplink - Straight (regular) Cable.
Hub Uplink to Hub Uplink - Crossover Cable
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Cable/DSL entry on a Cable/DSL Router (WAN) is an Uplink connection.
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If your Modem came with Straight Cable:
Modem to NIC - Straight (regular) Cable
Modem to Hub - Crossover Cable.
Modem to Uplink - Straight (regular)Cable.

If your Modem Came with Crossover Cable:
Modem to NIC - Crossover Cable.
Modem to Hub - Straight (regular) Cable.
Modem to Uplink - Crossover Cable.

Unfortunately, there is no standard in Cable/Modem units, so the connection depends on how the manufacturer wired them.