Re: Direct Connection Question
- From: "Nepatsfan" <nepatsfan@xxxxxxxxxxx>
- Date: Sun, 29 Jun 2008 17:01:51 -0400
"Jane" <Jane@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
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I have an old computer that I want to get rid of, but there are some files on
there that I want to save over first. The old computer is running Windows
95. My current in on XP Home Edition.
I have tried using a Flash/USB drive and an external hard drive which
connects through USB on the old computer, but neither was recognized. I
purchased a Parallel File Transfer Cable, but when I try to connect, I
receive error 771 - the network is busy. I'm sure that there are steps I
need to take that would cause the computers to be able to talk to one
another, but I need a set of step by step instructions. Can anyone help??
I'm not sure if this is the right user group for the question. If not,
anyone know a more appropriate place for me to ask my question?
You've already received advice outlining the best way to deal with this issue,
but if moving the HD from your old computer into your new computer is not an
option here's an 8 part tutorial from Microsoft on the subject of direct cable
connections that you may find helpful.
How to Configure a Direct Cable Connection with Windows XP Home Edition
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/814981/
Here's another article with some things to check on the two computers.
Unable to Connect Using Direct Cable Connection
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;310152&Product=winxp
Good luck
Nepatsfan
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