Setting up a home Internet network between a personal computer and a laptop is a necessary task for full-fledged work, study and entertainment. How to set up a network between a "computer" and a "laptop"?
Necessary
- - switch;
- - WiFi router;
- - wires.
Instructions
Step 1
Using wires and a switch is the most traditional way to build a home network. A switch is a switch that will allow you to split the internet across multiple users (or different devices). The common wire is connected to the zero slot of the separator, additional wires go to the "laptop" and "computer".
Step 2
Next, create network connections. In the "Start" menu, select the "Network Connections" tab ("Network and Internet"), the "Create a new high-speed connection" item. Each point must have its own mac-address (provided by the provider).
Step 3
To change the mac-address and detailed settings, you need to right-click on the created connection, select the "Properties" item and enter the known information in the empty or incorrectly filled fields. If you do not have a printout with the required values, you can call the operator and inquire about the settings.
Step 4
WiFi router is a reliable and convenient device for creating a network between a computer and a laptop. First, you need to connect the Internet cable to the router, put an additional wire between the PC network card slot and the WiFi device. Connect the router to the mains voltage, turn it on (the indicator should light up).
Step 5
Create a new high-speed connection, enter mac and ip addresses. Check the operation of the desktop computer.
Step 6
If the Internet is configured on the computer, proceed to the distribution of WiFi. To do this, create a new wireless connection on the laptop, enter the known data. Restart the router by pressing and holding the power button for 5-10 seconds.
