Crossover cables for computer-to-computer data transfers

[Bob]

I have files (are data the only transferable files?) to transfer from a
WinMe computer to a new XP Home computer. Are crossover cables a quicker -
but not complicated - way to complete this transfer? Can someone direct me
to a clear/graphic layout of the steps to use these cables? Or are cd/dvd's
a simpler solution?
Thanks.
Bob

 

[Mike Hall \(MS-MVP\)]

Try here for info on how to set up a crossover network..

http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/networking/getstarted/getsetup.mspx

 

[Nepatsfan]

I have files (are data the only transferable files?) to
transfer from a WinMe computer to a new XP Home computer.
Are crossover cables a quicker - but not complicated - way
to complete this transfer? Can someone direct me to a
clear/graphic layout of the steps to use these cables? Or
are cd/dvd's a simpler solution? Thanks.
Bob

First off, you can use the File and Transfer Wizard to transfer
both files and settings from the Win ME computer to the XP
machine. You might want to take a look at these articles for
more info on FAST:

File and Settings Transfer
http://aumha.org/win5/a/fast.php

How to use the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard with a wizard
disk in Windows XP
http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=306187

If you are transferring a large amount of data, using a
crossover cable is much quicker than CD/DVD's. Here's an
article that does a pretty good job of explaining how to
connect the two computers:

Direct Crossover Connection Setup: Windows 95/98/ME To Windows
XP
http://www.cellarstoneindia.com/cable_pdf/LanCrossOverCableConnection (95-98-MeToXP).pdf

Note: You can skip adding the NetBEUI protocol. TCP/IP should
work just fine. Make sure you configure any firewall programs
to allow File and Printer sharing on the LAN.

Good luck

Nepatsfan

 

[Glen]

To cheap network cards or built in network cards and a crossover cable are
by far the easiest way to not only transfer large files or many small files
but you can also share internet connections. I have a two computer peer to
peer network setup with just a crossover cable and it is so simple. You
don't need a router just plug the cable in run the wizard and your away.

Glen

 

[Jonny]

You can copy any personal data file, and system file that is not in use.
Direct NIC to NIC is one communication method that you mention. Setup the
home network with XP. Allow mapping of your system partition as a drive on
the other PC if you want. Serial null modem cable use in the serial link is
a slower method. Firewire to Firewire is perhaps fastest.

Using external media isn't bad idea either. You have an archive.

The hitch is knowing all that you want to copy.

 

[Bob]

Thanks for the responses, all you guys.
Bob

You can copy any personal data file, and system file that is not in use.
Direct NIC to NIC is one communication method that you mention. Setup the
home network with XP. Allow mapping of your system partition as a drive
on
the other PC if you want. Serial null modem cable use in the serial link
is
a slower method. Firewire to Firewire is perhaps fastest.

Using external media isn't bad idea either. You have an archive.

The hitch is knowing all that you want to copy.