Transfering file with a straight through cable

[Amigosdefox]

I want to transfer files between an xp pc and a vista laptop. I only have straight through cables but I was wondering if you can tell the network card to work as crossover. Any feedback is appreciated.

 

[gguerra]

I want to transfer files between an xp pc and a vista laptop. I only have straight through cables but I was wondering if you can tell the network card to work as crossover. Any feedback is appreciated.

Not on any network card that I have seen. Either get a crossover cable or a cheap $10 switch.

 

[SNGX1275]

I don't think you can tell a card to do that. But some cards (and all NICs in Apple computers for probably the past 5+ years) can deal with a straight.

Just pick up a cheap crossover, or find someone with crimpers and ends and cut off one of the ends and make your own.