share folder between win7 and win xp

[paascal]

hi would like to share a folder located on the xp computer to the win7.

i can see i can ping, the folder is shared on XP computer but i get this message (see pic)

on th eother hand if i share a folder on win7 computer, i can do what ever i like from the xp...

can anyone tell me what im doing wrong?

thanks

 

[seavixen32]

You might find it helpful to download and save this comprehensive Microsoft document on homegroup sharing between Windows 7, Vista and XP computers.

It comes in three different formats so just download the one you prefer.

Download: Windows 7 & HomeGroup: Downlevel Sharing - Microsoft Download Center - Download Details

Have a look at this tutorial as well.

http://www.sevenforums.com/tutorials/53830-file-sharing-between-xp-w7-vice-versa.html