adsl internet problems.

[anglerpaul]

I am having problems trying to get my desktop and
laptop to share the adsl internet connection. The 2
computers are connected with a crossover cable.

The laptop cannot access the internet. I get the
message "The dependency service or group failed to
start". Even tho I am logged on as ADMIN, I am totally
unable to initiate the firewall or allow sharing of the
internet connection!!
Anyone that can help i would be greatful

[Buzzard]

Hi Paul
What operating systems are you using and how does the adsl modem plug in,usb or network connection ?

I would probably recommend a router from say ebuyer.com for 20 quid ish for better security.

But I have done it without one before on a few peoples machines so let me know.

I must add in my experience that if it is a network connection you will need to add another network card and then you are able to share.

[anglerpaul]

Right i have Windows XP on both machines, and they are connect by a crossover cable to network cards in the computer.
I looked on ebuyer for a router, but so many, can you recommend one.
Thanks for your help.

[Buzzard]

Hi Again
If you have 2 network cards in the main machine one connected to the adsl and one to the laptop you can just put the ip address of the main machine in the dns and gateway settings on the laptop.

Go in to the network connections rigt click into properties click tcp/ip click properties and put in the ip address of the main machine in the dns and gateway settings and hopefully that should do it.

I'll have a look at the routers tommorrow but you may want to consider spending about 70 quid on a wireless one so you can have the laptop anywhere in the house.
Anyway hope you get on ok.
Let me know

[anglerpaul]

I purchased a network card today. I got it from a local computer store, close to me. Cost less than a £10.00
I will have a play around with it, see if i can sort to out.
If not i will cry for help.
for your help Dave

[anglerpaul]

Sorry late replying Dave. But thanks got the new network card, and didn't get time to fit it.
But its all done now. Had a few problems with the tcp/ip properties but read you post again, and go it sorted.
I happy now and the kids mate.

[Buzzard]

Hi Paul
Glad you got it sorted. ;D
Pop down the piking on sunday if you are around there are quite a few of us going now and it should be a good day.
Dave

[anglerpaul]

Thanks again Dave And i will try to get down to the Pike fishing tomorrow.