PC To PC Usb Transfer

[pcspecialist]

I just wanted to know if I can transer files from one computer to another computer via USB. I have a USB cable at my house. It came with a camera of mine, and both of the ends fit into my computer's USB slot. So, would I be able to transfer files through one computer to the other using this USB cable?

 

[Texas Heat]

Yes. You just have to establish a connection in my network places, network connections.

 

[Obtruse_Man4]

If you're running windows xp, the computers should automatically detect a connection. Make sure file and printer sharing is enabled. Also disable or allow local connections on any filewalls you have installed.

 

[pcspecialist]

I tried to hook up the USB and it didn't detech anything at all. I have no idea what to do right now. I am totally stuck. If anyone could give me step by step instuctions, that would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

 

[BASSMASTER]

I'm pretty sure you need a special USB device that the 2 USB cables plug into, which switches the signal.....

Connecting directly via a USB cable would be like using a patch cable to connect 2 ethernet cards

 

[BASSMASTER]

Either that or for probably $10.00 at Staples you can get a USB to RJ-45 converter, (you would need 2) and then buy a CAT5 crossover cable.

 

[dnoch]

Just get yourself a network port, and a crossover cable. It is much faster than usb, and avoids all this confusion. (plus you get all the other benifits of a network like sharing internet and printers)

 

[Alvin.C]

Re:

Hello,

You need a cable like these:

http://www.cwol.com/usb/usb-2-usb-data-link-file-transfer-cable-uc250.htm

http://www.usbgear.com/CANET103.html

http://www.usbgear.com/USBG-20NET1.html

They have onboard controllers, hence that strange block that's placed on the cable (they aren't ferrite rings).

 

[pcspecialist]

Alright. Thank's for all the feedback, I really appreciate it!