Transferring files between two computers
Transferring files between two computers
I plan to purchase the MSI B450 gaming plus max. I already have several hard drives, but I’m considering using my old PC as a hub to link my disks and transfer files to the main machine. I’ve tried connecting one laptop partition over Wi-Fi (using a mobile router without LAN ports) by linking both PCs to the same network. Now I’m thinking about sharing data between two computers via LAN cables—should I connect one end to the main PC and the other to the second PC, adjusting permissions? Or should I invest in a router and use it to share the connection? It’s possible to do both, but I want to confirm the best setup before the lockdown ends.
You may link them directly via a cable or opt for a simpler method using a router or switch to establish the network.
When both devices are connected to the same network, you can set up a shared folder on one or both machines so others on the same network can access it. Microsoft provides detailed instructions here: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/wind...f9994725bf There are many online resources with images and videos covering this subject.
Explaining the method involves using a physical cable to link the devices directly. This typically means plugging one computer into a hub or switch and connecting the other to the same device, then linking the hub to another network device if needed. It’s a straightforward but less efficient approach compared to modern networking.
Using a modem/router/switch is straightforward since you simply connect two cables and it functions. However, if you prefer a single cable, configure both computers with TCP/IPv4 settings to assign IP addresses like 192.168.1.1 and 192.168.1.2, set the subnet mask to 225.225.225.0 on each, and define default gateways at 192.168.1.2 and 192.168.1.2 (switching roles compared to assigning IPs). After that, establish shared folders which will appear in the Network view.
Thanks! Are you using TCP/IPv4 or File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks? (I’m running Windows on both devices). Should I assign the same IP address and others between them? Also, if I connect to another PC via Ethernet and also use Wi-Fi, can that work without issues?