User's Manual

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Configuring File and Print Sharing
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Configuring File and Print Sharing
4. In the following screen please select File and printer sharing for Microsoft Networks
from the given list.
5. In the “File and Print Sharing” screen make sure that both of the selections have a check
mark beside them. If they do not please click on the box next to each statement and then
click OK.
You can establish a network that will allow you to share files and printers. This is an easy method
to set up a network in your home or small office. Please follow these steps to setup file and print
sharing:
For Windows 98 and ME
1. On your computer’s desktop click Start, then select Settings and then select Control
Panel. In the “Control Panel” window double click the Network icon.
2. The following “Network” screen should appear. Click the Add button.
Configuring File and Print Sharing
3. In the “Select Network Component Type” screen, click Service and then click the Add
button.
6. After you have clicked OK you will return to the network screen from step 2. Please click
on the Identification tab (see the first image on page 26).
Computer Name: In this field you can type any name you want. (i.e. My Computer, John,
CPU654) Do not use the same name for each computer you wish to have on your net-
work.
Workgroup: This field enables you to set a unique name for your network. This name
must be set up on every other computer you wish to have on your network.
Computer Description: You can enter anything you wish. Traditionally, the location
name or main user’s name is used in this field..