Network
 

I am trying to setup up a network between two laptops using a CAT5.

However when they are both conected it does not show up and remains disconected. I have tested both network ports with another device and they are working fine.

What am i missing?

PS I have also tested with two seperate cables

Re: Network
 

are u using a crossover CAT5 or a straight through ?

Re: Network
 

im not too sure, on it is CAT.5 PATCH CABLE UTP

Re: Network
 

I'm guessing its a straight through cable then, in which case its the wrong cable. You will need to get hold of a crossover CAT5 in order to link the 2 laptops

Re: Network
 

i guessed so,

looking at the other one it is a CAT6 high performance.

What is this CAT 5 cable for anyway?

Re: Network
 

a direct connection to a device..ie network card to modem or router, where as crossovers are for linking 2 of the same devices, hub to hub, pc to pc etc

Re: Network
 

thanks alot mate,

Re: Network
 

no problem :)