Targa Now 8821, Manual

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Advanced Configuration and Operation
the network port on both computers. Due to its special signal transmission, the
cable interconnects the two computers without the need of a hub or a router.
However, this is only possible with this special type of cable.
The configuration will be the same for both cases. It doesn't matter whether you
are setting up a "real" network or using a crossover cable. This cable makes
both computers "see" a real network.
Your computer already features a network adapter. In order to set up a network, all
other computers will also need a network adapter. You may also need to connect all
computers to a hub or router. The hub or router is a type of distribution box that
makes it possible for the computers to find and communicate with each other.
1.
First of all you should double-check the names assigned to the desktop and
notebook computers and the workgroup. This data makes the computers visible to
other devices and will make it easier to access them. To do this, click
Start/Control
Panel to open Control Panel. Choose the group System and Maintenance and
then the System icon.
A large overview window will appear. In the section Computer name, domain, and
workgroup settings click the link Change settings .