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by earnie86 1 view

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I have 2 computers connected via a router, with printer and file sharing enabled. One runs WIN XP RC2, the other WIN ME. The problem is that when I install and use a software firewall for outbound protection; no matter how I alter the filtering,sharing between the computers will not work properly. If I uninstall the firewall and try and redo the networking between the pcs',the problem persists. I have found that the firewalls seem to pin thier drivers to the OS somehow, even after uninstallation.Removing them from inf and system folders helps a bit, but not completely. To get back to normal I have to format, re-install the OS'. Is there a way to use a software firewall without this intrusion?

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by khahina

Even with ZA, you must open the way between the two computers .
Becare to the port number, share between XP and ME might use Netbios port . Same thinks for printing .
And your router must permit this too . Lot of router dont let pass netbios trame .
Other hand be sure, your two IP address and name are in lmhost file, on each computer.

When you have uninstall, it rest certainly parameters in register, who close ports or IP services.

Hope i help you a bit

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