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Windows File Sharing won't turn on
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xGrape
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Nov 4, 2003, 10:52 AM
 
I'm trying to hook my PowerBook running OSX 10.2.8 up to a Windows network (only a couple computers, but using a switch - PCs running Win2000 / XP).

When I go to the Sharing pane in System Prefs. and check the box for Windows File Sharing, it thinks for a second, and then unchecks immediatly. What's up with that?

Are there any other suggestions/solutions/tips on how to get my files shared, and me getting access to the PCs? I have knowledge on Mac/Mac networking already, and my friends have PC/PC knowledge, but none of us have been in a switched environment before.

Thanks for any help. I hope to make this as simple as possible, hopefully convincing some of my friends into getting Macs (or at least stop bashing them).
12" PowerBook, 1GHz, 1.25 GB RAM, 60 GB HD, Dell 20" Widescreen
     
   
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