Network Location Stuck In Public Mode

[Xeno Morph]

Good job Xeno!

You can call me Baron.

type of network security do you have in placed? WEP, WPA or WPA2?

:huh: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?

 

[2xg]

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?

 

[Xeno Morph]

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.

 

[2xg]

Let's start from Baron2-PC. Log on as a user with an Admin permission, Click on the Start button rb: 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.

 

[Xeno Morph]

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

 

[Xeno Morph]

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.

 

[2xg]

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.

 

[Xeno Morph]

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

 

[Xeno Morph]

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)

 

[2xg]

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