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Router not showing other networked computers
Digi Dan
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Hi
I need to connect 3 computers to one network socket, I've got a new Netgear router connected to the network box and connected the 3 computers to it.
Now, the 3 computers can get online, no problem - although that's not really why I need them networked, its just to be able to file share with other networked computers.
When any of the computers are connected directly to the network socket through a direct connection (no router) - they can see all the networked computers, even if there in different workgroup names.
But when I connect the same computer through the router, they don't see any of the other computers connected elsewhere on the network - but like I say, they can go online.
Is there any particular setting(s) that needs to be changed on the router?
I need to connect 3 computers to one network socket, I've got a new Netgear router connected to the network box and connected the 3 computers to it.
Now, the 3 computers can get online, no problem - although that's not really why I need them networked, its just to be able to file share with other networked computers.
When any of the computers are connected directly to the network socket through a direct connection (no router) - they can see all the networked computers, even if there in different workgroup names.
But when I connect the same computer through the router, they don't see any of the other computers connected elsewhere on the network - but like I say, they can go online.
Is there any particular setting(s) that needs to be changed on the router?
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If this is the case then the answer is simple, you are using the wrong kit. A switch is what you need not a router, but you should be checking with whoever manages the network before you go plugging anything into it as you have the potential to cause a whole heap of problems.