What is my network username and password vista

Scotter That comes up with a box that says your computers name. Copy that. Then, when your trying to connect to the printer, and you have to log-in, paste the computer name, then the forward slash above the enter key , then a username and password from the xp machine. The Void 1. I have a similar problem except it is the other way around. I can move files just fine from XP to the vista PC but when i try to access the XP machine from vista it asks for a username and password.

Post Reply. XP and Vista network NET Framework. Xp wants a password to access Vista network. Vista sees XP machine in network map, but cant connect This thread is locked. You can follow the question or vote as helpful, but you cannot reply to this thread. I have the same question Report abuse. Details required :. Cancel Submit. Nithyananda J. Click on start, type in network and sharing center ii. Click on change advanced sharing center iii. Click on home or work iv.

Under Password protected sharing v. If your network contains computers running different versions of Windows , put all computers in the same workgroup 2. Jack MVP-Networking. Hi Be very specific to what are you trying to connect to. Connection to the Router per-se is only for the purpose of configuring the Router, every Router has User name ID and password Info in the Router's manual.

Hi I would also reset your router settings! WEP is not very secure. This is more up to date and alot safer.