How to combine two laptops into a network

How to combine two laptops into a network


Create and configure your homeLAN allows you to quickly share information between devices. In addition, it is possible to simultaneously access the Internet from several PCs or laptops.



How to combine two laptops into a network


You will need



  • Patch cord.


Instructions


1


To create a local network between twomobile computers can use two main methods: connection through a patch cord or connection via a Wi-Fi channel. If you prefer a cable connection, purchase a reverse crimp cable.


2


Connect LAN connectors to the network cards of bothmobile computers. Turn on the laptops and wait for the operating systems to boot. On the first laptop, open the properties of the network adapter connected to the second mobile computer. Begin to configure the TCP / IP protocol settings.


3


Enter the desired value for the permanent IP address,for example 184.126.15.1. Click the Apply button. Close the settings menu. Similarly, set a static IP address for the network card of another mobile computer. Change the last segment of the address so that they are located on the same subnet.


4


If you do not want to use the cable, connectlaptops on the wireless channel Wi-Fi. Open the Network and Sharing Center on any of the mobile computers. Select the "Manage wireless networks" menu.


5


Locate the Add button on the toolbar and click it. Select the item "Create net computer-to-computer. " Go to the next settings menu.


6


Set the parameters for your wireless network. Be sure to enter a complex password. Check the box next to "Save this network settings". Click the "Next" and "Finish" buttons.


7


Go to the second laptop. Activate the search for wireless networks. Select the access point you just created and click the Connect button. Wait for the connection with the first laptop. Change the settings of the wireless adapters, as described in the third step.