XP denies access to network resource - permissions?

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Hi
I have a desktop running XP SP2, cable connection to a Belkin G
router/modem. I am networking a Sony Vario running XP Home, via wireless
connection.

I can access the internet from both, I have printer sharing on both and I
can see the shared files from the laptop on the Desktop. BUT I cannot see
any shared files held on the desktop from the Laptop. I can see the computers
in the Workgroup.
But when I try to see the files I get the following message:

\\Nick is not accessible. You might not have permissionto use this network
resource. Contact the administratorof this server to find out if you have
access permissions
Access is denied.

I have tried firewalls on and off and with/without exceptions etc. Plus all
the Microsoft topics and online tutorials, and read the great help pieces on
networking. Sadly I have set changes as each article promises much... not
sure where I am now.... can someone help please.

Thanks
Nick
 
what do yuo receive if using net view \\remoteip command? if it is system error 5, it is permission issue. this step by step troubleshootin gmay help, http://www.chicagotech.net/dnstroubleshooting.htm

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Hi
I have a desktop running XP SP2, cable connection to a Belkin G
router/modem. I am networking a Sony Vario running XP Home, via wireless
connection.

I can access the internet from both, I have printer sharing on both and I
can see the shared files from the laptop on the Desktop. BUT I cannot see
any shared files held on the desktop from the Laptop. I can see the computers
in the Workgroup.
But when I try to see the files I get the following message:

\\Nick is not accessible. You might not have permissionto use this network
resource. Contact the administratorof this server to find out if you have
access permissions
Access is denied.

I have tried firewalls on and off and with/without exceptions etc. Plus all
the Microsoft topics and online tutorials, and read the great help pieces on
networking. Sadly I have set changes as each article promises much... not
sure where I am now.... can someone help please.

Thanks
Nick
 
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