[irmohamm]

hi'

Am new to this group and came with problem.I have fedora6 installed on my desktop ,which is connected to internet through broadband .I want to connect my laptop
( windows xp installed) through cross cable.

I would be pleased ,if someone provide me detailed information how to do it.


best regards
irfan

[gurutech]

It's honestly cheaper to buy a router/switch, even a 4-port one. You would then connect the uplink port (sometimes labeled as "WAN" or "internet") to your broadband connection (where your desktop is plugged in now), and then plug your laptop and desktop into the other ports, labeled "LAN".

[WelshCanadian]

Originally Posted by irmohamm

hi'

Am new to this group and came with problem.I have fedora6 installed on my desktop ,which is connected to internet through broadband .I want to connect my laptop
( windows xp installed) through cross cable.

I would be pleased ,if someone provide me detailed information how to do it.


best regards
irfan

On the RJ45:
1 -> 3
2 -> 6
3 -> 1
6 -> 2
Good luck!

[utanja]

Originally Posted by irmohamm

hi'

Am new to this group and came with problem.I have fedora6 installed on my desktop ,which is connected to internet through broadband .I want to connect my laptop
( windows xp installed) through cross cable.

I would be pleased ,if someone provide me detailed information how to do it.


best regards
irfan

Broadband router with built in switch would have you up and running in no time...real easy.