Network Location Stuck In Public Mode

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  1. Posts : 58
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       #41

    Good job Xeno!
    You can call me Baron.

    type of network security do you have in placed? WEP, WPA or WPA2?
    Huh...what...WEP, WPA... I haven't a clue. Can I find out on that Cisco Router page?

    Before I forget I want to mention that, when this issue first started, there was nothing under the "Homegroup" heading in Win Expl. As of last night I can see my other pc under the "Homegroup" heading. (the one I used to share files with) but I still can't access it. See images plus error message below.

    Here's the screenshot of ping tests.

    I'll do the power cycle thing after I submit this, and post back tomorrow.

    BTW: I noticed the SoCal. What part?
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  2. 2xg
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       #42

    Hi Baron,

    Can you please try accessing \\Baron2-PC\C$, also... instead of Baron2-PC, try the IP Address of the Baron2-PC so that will be \\192.168.0.X\C$

    The wireless network security can be found from your Linksys settings in the Security Tab.

    Added:
    I'd suggest for you to also click on "Start the HomeGroup troubleshooter" (it's on the first screen capture) if you have not tried this yet. I think that there are more concerns going on in your network setup.

    Worst case, you might have to redo your network setup.

    L.A. County - close to Disneyland, Universal Studios, Angels and Dodgers Stadium.
    BTW: I noticed the SoCal. What part?
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  3. Posts : 58
    Windows 7 Pro x64
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       #43

    Was able to do the power cycling of modem and router last night. Twice for good measure, with no luck, although I had never had lost my internet connection. In fact, power cycling was one of the first things I tried to remedy this before I posted here. Still can't get out of "Public Mode"
    Can you please try accessing \\Baron2-PC\C$, also... instead of Baron2-PC, try the IP Address of the Baron2-PC so that will be \\192.168.0.X\C$
    I'm little confused. Do you mean type 192.168.0.X\C$ at the cmd prompt, or in browser address bar? What is the X\C$ for? Do you want me to do this on the Baron2-PC or Baron-PC (the one I'm on now)? Could you explain a little more? Thank you.

    Baron

    San Bernardino. It's really sweltering out here right now.
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  4. 2xg
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       #44

    Let's start from Baron2-PC. Log on as a user with an Admin permission, Click on the Start button and in the run box type \\192.168.0.111\C$ press enter after. From Baron-HP computer, do the same but type \\192.168.0.111\C$.
    The C$ is a hidden local disk drive. You'd put a $ sign if you want it hid from your network. You may do this to any of your shared drives/folders, i.e. BaronDocs$
    I'm little confused. Do you mean type 192.168.0.X\C$ at the cmd prompt, or in browser address bar? What is the X\C$ for? Do you want me to do this on the Baron2-PC or Baron-PC (the one I'm on now)? Could you explain a little more? Thank you.
    I'm not too far away from you... LOL.... you're right it's over 100 degrees right now.
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  5. Posts : 58
    Windows 7 Pro x64
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       #45

    Hi 2xg
    Just got in. Had to drive to San Diego this weekend. I'm beat. No time on pc. Have something for you tomorrow. Thanks for explaining a bit more. I understand now.:)

    Baron
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  6. Posts : 58
    Windows 7 Pro x64
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       #46

    Hi 2xg,
    Ok, I entered \\192.168.0.111\C$, which is the IPv4 address assigned to Baron-PC, the one I'm on now, in the "Run" boxand hit enter. (see Win Expl image) Repeated process on the Baron2-PC (IPv4 192.168.0.127), and typed \\192.168.0.111\C$ in "Run" box and hit enter. This time it asked for network password. (see next image) Entered what I thought was password but...well,... you know. Just for shits and giggles, I entered \\192.168.0.127\C$ on Baron2-PC, which is assigned to it, hit enter and it opened Win Expl to the c$ folder on Baron2-PC, just like the other one. Next went to Baron-PC and typed \\192.168.0.127\C$ and... yes, you guessed it...wants a password. I hope I didn't make it sound too confusing.Anyway, the pw I used was the one I use to log on to network with, like for instance a touch phone or pad, (wireless because never have to use pw if I'm hardwired ie: ethernet cable). I don't know if I should have used a different pw or what. Don't even know/remember if I ever setup a pw for... I'm still confused

    114 degrees today...in the shade.

    BTW, thanks so very much for taking the time to help me.
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  7. 2xg
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       #47

    Baron, I would suggest for you to create a new User Account on both computers with the same User Names and Passwords, also with Admin rights. Also, I have sent you a Private Message (PM).

    Ray
    PS... I came across this Thread where I jumped in and an OP posted that his issue has been resolved, see if it might be of helped to you.
    Last edited by 2xg; 22 Sep 2014 at 16:54.
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  8. Posts : 58
    Windows 7 Pro x64
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       #48

    Baron, I would suggest for you to create a new User Account on both computers with the same User Names and Passwords, also with Admin rights. Also, I have sent you a Private Message (PM).
    You are talking about creating new network account. Right? There are 2 other pc's besides my 2 that don't belong to me, that are connected to network. Will creating new network accounts for my pc's affect those in any way, or will they be unaffected? This issue I have, not being able to share files between pc's, is not an issue for them. Do you see what I mean?

    I came across this Thread where I jumped in and an OP posted that his issue has been resolved, see if it might be of helped to you.
    Do you have a link to that thread so I can check it out?

    Also, I will check my PM's.

    Thanks again for your assistance.
    Baron
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  9. Posts : 58
    Windows 7 Pro x64
    Thread Starter
       #49

    Found this today:
    Ultimate Troubleshooting Guide for Windows 7 HomeGroup Connection Issues
    Wondering...could this be related..."Homegroup Listener Service" not running...I tried to start service but get service error message (see screenshots)
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  10. 2xg
    Posts : 2,377
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       #50

    Hi Baron,

    I believe that there's a lot more going on with your home network, have you read the PM that I sent you? It might be of helped.

    Ray
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