Trying to network 4 computers with no internet using switch

[prerules]

I am trying to network 4 computers (2 running Windows 7 Pro and 2 running windows 7 home premium). Each computer needs to have a static IP (10.19.1.99, .98, .97, and .96) with subnet at 255.255.255.0. Default gateway is blank.

When the computers are all on and connected to my Linksys 5 port 10/100 Workgroup switch, all the networks show as Unidentified networks in the network and sharing center and all are public. I am unable to change this.

I am also unable to "see" the other computers in the network map.

I have searched multiple threads and done many things but I can't seem to figure it out.

I do not need internet, just to be able to see all the computers and use and move files between them.

 

[UsernameIssues]

Welcome to the Seven Forums.

Maybe the info in this tutorial will help:
http://www.sevenforums.com/tutorials/71408-unidentified-networks-set-private-public.html

 

[benjy206]

Welcome to Seven Forums

Could you go into command prompt and do the

ipconfig /all

command. Post a screen shot here please.

 

[2xg]

Hello,

In addition....is your Linksys switch a managed or unmanaged switch?
Why not try using this: 192.168.1.X and Subnet Mask of 255.255.255.0

Each computer needs to have a static IP (10.19.1.99, .98, .97, and .96) with subnet at 255.255.255.0.

Also, instead of using a Workgroup, is this what you have setup? Try Homegroup for Windows 7.
HomeGroup from start to finish - Microsoft Windows Help
Home sweet homegroup: Networking the easy way in Windows 7

 

[prerules]

I think I fixed it. I just set it up on a homegroup instead of a workgroup and connected through the wireless hotspot on my phone instead of through the Ethernet cable.

 

[2xg]

That's great news. Thanks for the update.