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Discussion in 'Storage and Networking' started by PSLog, Aug 19, 2003.

  1. PSLog Newcomer, in training Posts: 35

    On my subnet I have computer A, computer B and a gateway.

    Both A and B can ping the gateway - and beyond.

    A can ping B (by ID address and Name)

    but B can't ping A at all.

    Where should I look?

    Mark
    PSLog, Aug 19, 2003
    #1

  2. LNCPapa TS Special Forces Posts: 3,946   +120

    Look for a firewall on machine A? It may be blocking ICMP echo requests
    LNCPapa, Aug 19, 2003
    #2

  3. PSLog Newcomer, in training Posts: 35

    Yeah. That's exactly what the problem is. I enabled it last week at Microsoft's suggestion - didn't realise that my LAN was what they describe as VPN.

    NOW, I can't follow their instructions to undo it.

    Win2K Pro

    Where do I find the check box to disable the the Windows Internet connection Firewall?

    I've looked in LAN Properties and can't see the Advanced Tab they refer to.

    Mark
    PSLog, Aug 19, 2003
    #3

  4. PSLog Newcomer, in training Posts: 35

    Sorry. Wind that back. I was on the wrong computer!
    I've now disabled it on my XP machine and all is sweet.
    Thanks
    Mark
    PSLog, Aug 19, 2003
    #4

  5. poertner_1274 secroF laicepS topShceT Posts: 4,745

    Glad to hear you got it all taken care of PSLog. :grinthumb

    Enjoy your time spent here.
    poertner_1274, Aug 19, 2003
    #5
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