how do i ftp into my other computer?

[tsantsa]

Ok, I have 2 computers...One is basically being unused so what I want to to is have tmpgenc work on some files for me while I use the other computer. It should save some time. However I can't figure out how to ftp into the other computer and move the file I want done over to it!

I could just put some of the stuff I want to do on cdrw and move them over but thats just doing alot of work, not to mention the reencoded files will be too large for that kind of transfer back. FTP'ing between the computers when I need to transfer large files is the answer.

SO, how do I ftp from one computer to the next...I have FlashFXP but I can't seem to get into the other computer just yet...

[bottle-necked]

I think that is called a home network. I have my laptop and desktop networked and it's very simple to do. You need Ethernet connections on both systems and a cable, but without a hub (like me) I believe it's called a null cable or a cross cable, whatever. Easy expecially if you have XP.

For FTP you need something like 'Remote Desktop' I suppose. They both Xp machines?

Good luck.

[tsantsa]

Yes they are both XP machines. I have some experience ftp'ing into my xbox, and I tried to do it the same way but it keeps failing for some reason.

[bottle-necked]

Try this I guess
This should work for you I suppose. I've never did it.

GOod luck

[mujahid7ia]

You can just connect them w/ a CAT5 Crossover patch cable (RJ-45)

[tsantsa]

You can just connect them w/ a CAT5 Crossover patch cable (RJ-45)

I thought i use a crossover cable...

[mujahid7ia]

You can just connect them w/ a CAT5 Crossover patch cable (RJ-45)

I thought i use a crossover cable...

So why FTP?

[Tommyknocker]

I finally came across this to solve my problem:

[tsantsa]

You can just connect them w/ a CAT5 Crossover patch cable (RJ-45)

I thought i use a crossover cable...

So why FTP?

I got this guide: http://www.homenethelp.com/web/howto/net-update.asp

I followed it and it seems to have worked...I can only connect with one computer but maybe I can get both of them to work right when I have to transfer my files back.

[rallynavvie]

OMFG

If you're connecting only TWO computers with a crossover to transfer files...
Why aren't you just sharing a folder on the destination computer and allowing write access to that folder to upload the file? File sharing is so damned easy in XP you have to work hard to screw it up. Why bother FTPing it to the other computer. That often requires allowing anonymous FTP access to a directory on the destination machine and can be a lot more difficult to set up than file sharing.

[tsantsa]

OMFG

If you're connecting only TWO computers with a crossover to transfer files...
Why aren't you just sharing a folder on the destination computer and allowing write access to that folder to upload the file? File sharing is so damned easy in XP you have to work hard to screw it up. Why bother FTPing it to the other computer. That often requires allowing anonymous FTP access to a directory on the destination machine and can be a lot more difficult to set up than file sharing.

Well, basically, I haven't had to do something like this before. I didn't even know where to begin. Is the guide I posted above the same thing as what you are saying? I think it is but I am not sure.

[rallynavvie]

Firstly, connect the two computers with a crossover cable or connect both to a hub/switch/router so they can talk to each other.

Second create a share folder on each computer in the root of one of your drives for easy access. Right click on it and select 'Properties'. Under the 'Sharing' tab select both the options under 'Network Sharing and Security'. The share name is just the name the folder will take when the other computer browses to it, but if it's the only one it's no big deal.

Third open the 'Network Places' icon that is usually found on the desktop. If the folder is not visible right away open Entire Network > Microsoft Windows Network > Workgroup > and then the name of the computer you're trying to access. It should be the only folder found under there if it's the only one you're sharing. You should be able to copy/paste/drag files to/from that folder.

These steps are useful only if most of the networking options are set to default on XP. If you come across a step that doesn't seem to work just follow the prompts in the dialog boxes to fix the problem, or go through the Windows help file on sharing files on a local network. It really is pretty easy.

[mujahid7ia]

Firstly, connect the two computers with a crossover cable or connect both to a hub/switch/router so they can talk to each other.

Second create a share folder on each computer in the root of one of your drives for easy access. Right click on it and select 'Properties'. Under the 'Sharing' tab select both the options under 'Network Sharing and Security'. The share name is just the name the folder will take when the other computer browses to it, but if it's the only one it's no big deal.

Third open the 'Network Places' icon that is usually found on the desktop. If the folder is not visible right away open Entire Network > Microsoft Windows Network > Workgroup > and then the name of the computer you're trying to access. It should be the only folder found under there if it's the only one you're sharing. You should be able to copy/paste/drag files to/from that folder.

These steps are useful only if most of the networking options are set to default on XP. If you come across a step that doesn't seem to work just follow the prompts in the dialog boxes to fix the problem, or go through the Windows help file on sharing files on a local network. It really is pretty easy.

Also make sure that in TCP/IP config in the Properties for your conn. w/ other computer that File and Printer Sharing is enabled.

[tsantsa]

Thanks guys. I finally got it to work, but still only one comp will read the other, but the share folder works like it's supposed to...That's all I really need anyhow!