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Two computers linked through Wi-Fi for web access and shared files over a local network

Two computers linked through Wi-Fi for web access and shared files over a local network

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kervinc
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12-22-2016, 11:59 PM
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Good day. Your setup issue likely stems from how the network settings are applied. Ensure both PCs are properly configured for LAN communication and that the file sharing service is enabled on the correct network interface. Verify IP assignments and check if any firewall rules block LAN traffic during transfers.
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kervinc
12-22-2016, 11:59 PM #1

Good day. Your setup issue likely stems from how the network settings are applied. Ensure both PCs are properly configured for LAN communication and that the file sharing service is enabled on the correct network interface. Verify IP assignments and check if any firewall rules block LAN traffic during transfers.

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12-23-2016, 01:38 AM
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I believe the most straightforward method (on Windows) would be configuring static routing on the local machine within a separate network. For example, type into the command prompt: route print Currently all connections aimed within my 192.168.0.0 (My LAN) network will be sent via whatever interface ends with 192.168.0.102 (my Ethernet). To accomplish what you’re aiming for by isolating network access on both devices, run: route ADD 192.168.x.0 MASK 255.255.255.0 x.x.x.x 192.168.x.x which is your network IP (usually one before the router’s address, assuming it’s a default home router configuration). If your router’s IP is 192.168.1.1 then use 192.168.1.0; if it’s 192.168.0.1 then 192.168.0.0; and if it’s 192.168.100.1 then 192.168.100.0 followed by your PC’s Ethernet IP. The most convenient option would be your current PC’s Ethernet address, which you can find via WiFi Isolation if your router supports it. This will prevent other devices from joining the Wi-Fi network and will direct Windows to access files over the LAN. EDIT: another possible solution is exploring VLANs if you have an Intel Ethernet card and your router can handle tagged packets. All these steps may sound a bit technical, but separating interfaces for different access on Windows tends to require more user effort. I really hope you don’t need to manually adjust static routes and opt for a hardware-based fix. If you make a mistake and the computer fails to connect, using route /f will erase all relevant routes and restart everything to return to its original state.
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12-23-2016, 01:38 AM #2

I believe the most straightforward method (on Windows) would be configuring static routing on the local machine within a separate network. For example, type into the command prompt: route print Currently all connections aimed within my 192.168.0.0 (My LAN) network will be sent via whatever interface ends with 192.168.0.102 (my Ethernet). To accomplish what you’re aiming for by isolating network access on both devices, run: route ADD 192.168.x.0 MASK 255.255.255.0 x.x.x.x 192.168.x.x which is your network IP (usually one before the router’s address, assuming it’s a default home router configuration). If your router’s IP is 192.168.1.1 then use 192.168.1.0; if it’s 192.168.0.1 then 192.168.0.0; and if it’s 192.168.100.1 then 192.168.100.0 followed by your PC’s Ethernet IP. The most convenient option would be your current PC’s Ethernet address, which you can find via WiFi Isolation if your router supports it. This will prevent other devices from joining the Wi-Fi network and will direct Windows to access files over the LAN. EDIT: another possible solution is exploring VLANs if you have an Intel Ethernet card and your router can handle tagged packets. All these steps may sound a bit technical, but separating interfaces for different access on Windows tends to require more user effort. I really hope you don’t need to manually adjust static routes and opt for a hardware-based fix. If you make a mistake and the computer fails to connect, using route /f will erase all relevant routes and restart everything to return to its original state.

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