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• Cannot enable the firewall service in Windows Vista. Prevents the installation of the HP printer software.

  I'm trying to install the HP printing software, but the error message that the firewall must be enabled. However, I'm unable to turn on the firewall. The sytem keeps taking me in circels telling me I can '; t activate the firewall because the service is disabled.

  Anyone have this experience? Suggestions to solve? Thank you!!

  PS: I use VISTA w/SP2
  

  Hello

  How to turn on the firewall enabled or disabled in Vista Windows
  http://www.Vistax64.com/tutorials/92697-Windows-Firewall-off.html

  Check dependencies and their dependencies here:

  http://www.blackviper.com/WinVista/services/Windows_Firewall.htm

  For Services

  Start - type in the search box-> find Services at top - right click - RUN AS ADMIN

  (Means that you can right-click on the command prompt and RUN AS ADMIN).

  ---------------------------------------------------------

  Some antivirus/security products may cause this error. McAfee, Norton, Windows Live OneCare.
  ThreatFire are some. What antivirus/antispyware/security products you have on machine now. And
  who have you ever on it, even if you have uninstalled them. (These leave the remains that can cause some)
  strange questions.)

  Check the default services and dependencies to ensure that they are running.
  http://www.blackviper.com/WinVista/services/Security_Center.htm

  Security Center not related anti-virus or firewall State correctlyhttp://www.winhelponline.com/blog/security-center-not-reporting-anti-virus-or-firewall-status-correctly/

  How to fix Vista Reporting incorrect information Security Center
  http://www.Vistax64.com/tutorials/195736-Security-Center-not-reporting-correct-information.html

  How to disable or enable the Security Center in Vista
  http://www.Vistax64.com/tutorials/67737-Security-Center.html

  This thread might help as it might be a permissions problem.
  http://social.answers.Microsoft.com/forums/en-us/vistawu/thread/3d2049ae-4581-439b-8E15-3f603f5c60f0/

  =====================================

  Also check with HP support and forums.

  HP support
  http://welcome.HP.com/country/us/en/support.html

  Contact HP
  http://welcome.HP.com/country/us/en/contact_us.html

  HP forums
  http://h30434.www3.HP.com/PSG/

  I hope this helps.
  Rob Brown - MS MVP - Windows Desktop Experience: Bike - Mark Twain said it right.

• Windows 7; Windows firewall prevents the discovery network, files and printers, sharing, public folder sharing and streaming media

  Windows Home Premium SP1, completely up to date.  Windows Firewall is enabled.

  Try to keep the file sharing and printers on a home network.  Try changing the settings on the control panel; All Control Panel items: Center network and sharing; Advanced sharing settings.

  When I try to change the option buttons for sharing, then click on save changes at the bottom of the page, the screen jumps to the network and sharing Center.  Object entering the settings advanced, no parameters have been recorded.   The comoputer restarting does not help.  I checked that the following services are running and set to automatic according to the http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/forum/windows_7-networking/cant-turn-on-network-discovery-and-media-streaming/98654e71-4bff-4dd3-acec-ffc3524d44a4;

  The base filtering engine
  DNS client
  Function Discovery Provider Host
  Function Discovery Resource Publication
  HomeGroup listener
  HomeGroup provider
  Server
  SSDP Discovery
  UPnP device host
  Windows Firewall

  When I stop the Windows Firewall service, I can activate the sharing I want.  Of course the windows firewall prevents sharing I would do on my network.

  I'm uncomfortable with Miss having a firewall work on my computer.  How to configure my Win 7 machine windows firewall to allow communications with my homegroup?  I tried to restore the default values.  This did not allow the communication.  I tried to find the homegroup settings in the advanced settings of the windows firewall.  No luck there.

  What should I do to configure my windows firewall to allow network discovery and file sharing of printers and media streaming and sharing?

  Hi stephanie,.

  Thanks for joining us out on Microsoft Community Forums.

  Looks like the Windows firewall prevents the discovery network, files and printers, sharing, public sharing of files and streaming media. We will analyze and identify the cause of the problem.

  You have a third-party antivirus installed on the computer program?

  Method 1:

  To turn on network discovery
  
  1. Open advanced sharing settings by clicking the Start button, then Control Panel. In the search box, type network, click Network and sharing Center, and then, in the left pane, click on change settings for sharing advanced.
  2. click on the chevron to expand the current network profile.
  3. click turn on network discovery and then click on save changes. If you are prompted for an administrator password or a confirmation, type the password or provide
  confirmation.

  The article below explains all about the network discovery:
  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/enable-or-disable-network-discovery

  If any of these responses not solve the issue, let us then run the sfc scan and check if any file system is corrupt. I also recommend to perform a clean boot in order to find the root cause of the problem.

  Method 2:

  Use the (SFC.exe) System File Checker tool to determine which file is causing the problem and then replace the file. To do this, follow these steps:

  a. open an elevated command prompt. To do this, click Start, click programs, accessories principally made, right-click Guest, and then click Run as administrator. If you are prompted for an administrator password or a confirmation, type the password, or click on allow.

  b. type the following command and press ENTER:
  sfc/scannow

  The sfc/scannow command. analyzes all protected system files and replaces incorrect versions with appropriate Microsoft versions.

  More information on SFC scan found in this document:
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/929833

  See also:

  Open a port in Windows Firewall

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-in/Windows7/open-a-port-in-Windows-Firewall

  Allow a program to communicate through Windows Firewall

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-in/Windows7/allow-a-program-to-communicate-through-Windows-Firewall

  Hope this information helps. Get back to us if you have more queries about Windows.

• Windows cannot connect to the Internet using HTTP, HTTPS or FTP. __This is probably caused by settings of firewall on this computer. __

  I recently installed the version of Norton, after that I was unable to use the internet, I thought it was the Norton firewall settings. After having playing with her for 30 minutes, I gave up and uninstalled Norton. I have disabled the firewall, I have reset the default settings. Here is the message I get when I run a diagnostic. A crazy thing is that I can connect to internet when I connected to this same computer as a guess.

  Please help me!

  Windows cannot connect to the Internet using HTTP, HTTPS or FTP.
  This is probably caused by the settings of firewall on this computer.

  Check the settings of firewall for the HTTP port (80), HTTPS port (443) and FTP port (21).

  Hi rhonda9937,

  1. what browser you are using to connect to the internet?

  It is not recommended to keep Windows Firewall disabled on the computer.

  This would happen if the ports are not open in the Windows Firewall.

  I suggest that you open ports in Windows Firewall and check if it works.

  How to manually open ports in Internet Connection Firewall in Windows XP

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/308127

  Troubleshooting settings of Windows Firewall in Windows XP Service Pack 2 for advanced users

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/875357

  I hope this helps!

  Halima S - Microsoft technical support.

  Visit our Microsoft answers feedback Forum and let us know what you think.

• Windows Vista Firewall: Uncheck basic network layout would make my computer more secure on the Public network?

  I use the Public network a lot.  I noticed that on my Windows Vista firewall, Core Networking is checked on by default.  Unchecking it would make my computer more secure on the Public network?  I already checked in my firewall settings, block all incoming connections.  Regarding security, I run MSE, like Spyware Blaster in the background.  Automatic updating and Malware Protection are on.  My other security settings are OK.  I do not understand why Core Networking is checked on by default.  This would make an open port, right?  Unchecking it would make my computer more secure?  Thank you.

  Hello

  If you uncheck Core Networking IPv4 and IPv6 will be unreliable or blocked.

  You have a router, a firewall (today, most have them) which is excellent protection
  for your network against external influences. In addition, Windows Firewall.

  Windows Vista Networking-
  http://TechNet.Microsoft.com/en-us/library/bb742618.aspx

  Better to use WPA/WPA2 security if they are available and you can hide the SSID that will help
  help others to see the network (note on some routers more hide the SSID)
  causes of connection problems and if they find out the name he is more useful).

  Wireless network general recommendations of security for individuals
  http://theillustratednetwork.MVPs.org/LAN/SoHoWirelessSecurity.html

  Introduction to wireless network security
  http://netsecurity.about.com/od/Hackertools/a/aa072004b.htm

  10 tips for Wireless Home Network Security
  http://compnetworking.about.com/od/wirelesssecurity/TP/wifisecurity.htm

  Securing your wireless network
  http://www.practicallynetworked.com/support/wireless_secure.htm

  How to secure your router Linksys Wireless - similar can be used for other routers
  http://www.pctipguys.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&ID=57&Itemid=36

  What are the different wireless network security methods?
  http://windowshelp.Microsoft.com/Windows/en-us/help/b385cc8a-AF25-489e-a82e-decf6df26b681033.mspx#EZB

  Hope these helps.

  Rob Brown - Microsoft MVP - Windows Desktop Experience: Bike - Mark Twain said it right.

• Windows 7 Firewall 0x8007042c error code continues to prevent the protection.

  I had Smart HDD viruse and removed, but now I can't get the firewall protection, I want. Tried the Repair.bat and all the other 'bugs' and nothing has worked.

  The firewall does not work as reported by Repair.bat:

  1. open service FAILED 1060
  2. MpsSvc is not started
  3. More help is available by typing NET HELPMSG 3521
  4. System 5 error
  5. Access denied

  NET HELPMSG 3521 - generates him * service is not started

  So with all this how do you get him * service started?

  BACK is not me...

  Hello

  • This error message do you receive when you use weird software?

  Try the steps mentioned below:

  Method 1: uninstall the third-party firewall if installed on the computer, and then check if you can run the Firewall protection correctly.

  Note: running more than one program firewall on your computer at the same time could cause conflicts. It is best to use a firewall, in addition to a routers firewall program.

  Method 2: Check with another user account.

  Note: If the computer has a single user, create a new user account.

  (a) create a new administrator user account: http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/Create-a-user-account

  (b) connect again user account and check.

  c) once the problem is resolved, then copies the user profile data and settings to the new profile of the user, continue with the steps outlined in the article: http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/Windows7/Fix-a-corrupted-user-profile

  It will be useful.

• Firewall prevents the two outgoing and downloading data

  Original title: Firewall blocked

  firewall prevents the two outgoing and data download to get thur - when trying to review the status of firewall messages setting for some reason connection cannot be completed question began about two weeks is there is alos prevent preventing me from getting to updates software on most of the occassins download is so slow or outgoing computer search will display connection can not be filled - any version of xp windows-ideas

  Hi Wayne,

  You can check this article here to see if it corrects the problem.

  If that doesn't work, see this article. See how it goes.

  I hope this helps!

• I am unable to turn on the firewall on the computer.

  I am informed that my safety is controlled by .policy windows group, which has never they are.they stop turn on the firewall, as it is a private machine, .and I am the administrater. No outside person must have control of my safety. I understand there is a way to regain control. Please

  Help. Roy Barton

  Original title: my firewall is blocked by group policy, how can we turn it on please don't declare the obvious ive tried that.

  Hi Roy,

  Please contact the Microsoft Community.

  You can not turn on the Windows Firewall on the computer. It can be difficult when something that is important to you does not work as expected. It's pretty simple and we're here to help you solve the problem. We work as a team and get this sorted out.

  Please answer these questions-

  (1) what exactly happens when you enable the Windows Firewall?

  (2) what is the antivirus installed on the computer?

  (3) where are informed that security is controlled by group policy? What is the full error message in this respect?

  (4) what is the version of Windows installed on the computer?

  (5) did you do changes on the computer before the show?

  I would like more information about the issue.

   

  Assuming that you are running Windows 7 on the computer, I could suggest some common troubleshooting steps.

  Method 1-

  I wish that you are running the fixit-

  Diagnose and automatically fix problems of Windows Firewall service

  http://support.Microsoft.com/mats/windows_firewall_diagnostic/en-us

   

   

  Method 2-

   

   

  I recommend you to perform a clean boot.

  Placing the computer in a boot minimum state helps determine if third-party applications or startup items are causing the problem. You must perform the steps in the article-

  How to troubleshoot a problem by performing a clean boot in Windows Vista or in Windows 7
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/929135

  Note: You must follow the step 3 of the article to return the computer to a Normal startup after you perform all the troubleshooting steps.

   

  Now try to turn on the firewall.

   

  Let us know if you have other questions about Windows in the future. We will be happy to help you. We at Microsoft, strive for excellence and provide our customers with the best support.

  Thank you.

   

   

• Why my computer (HP Pavilion p6709c) takes 7 to 8 minutes, if at all to talk to my printer (Epson Artisan 835), or not at all. Technical support HP, Epson and Verizon FIOS technical support are baffled.

  Why my computer (HP Pavilion p6709c) lasts 7-8 minutes to talk to my printer (Epson Artisan 835), or not at all.

  HP, Epson and verizon tech supports have not set in 4 months.

  Hello

  1. what operating system do you use?

  2. do you get an error message when you try to communicate with the printer?

  If you use Windows 7, try to run the printer Troubleshooter and check that if it helps, here are the steps:
  Method 1:

  Open the printer Troubleshooter by clicking the Start button, then Control Panel. In the search box, type Troubleshooting, and then click Troubleshooting. Under hardware and sound, click use a printer.

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/open-the-printer-Troubleshooter

  Method 2:

  I suggest that you installed the latest drivers of printer and check.

  http://www.Epson.com/cgi-bin/store/support/supDetail.jsp?BV_UseBVCookie=Yes&OID=156708&prodoid=63087901&infoType=downloads&platform=all

  Method 3:

  How to troubleshoot a problem by performing a clean boot in Windows Vista or in Windows 7

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/929135

  Note: After a repair, be sure to set the computer to start as usual as mentioned in step 7 in the above article.

  You can also contact the support site of Epson to known technical issues.

  http://www.Epson.co.uk/contact-us

• Problems with the installation of windows updates and reboot the computer

  When you try to restart the computer it freezes on "installation updates.do not turn off computer.". Currently have 20 updates which will not be installed. computer says CCC.exe prevents the computer from restarting and getting error code 80240016 when you try to install the updates

  Restore point:

  Try typing F8 at startup and in the list of Boot selections, select Mode safe using ARROW top to go there > and then press ENTER.

  Try a restore of the system once, to choose a Restore Point prior to your problem...

  Click Start > programs > Accessories > system tools > system restore > choose another time > next > etc.

  ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

   

  If restore work not and you do not have a Vista DVD from Microsoft, do a repair disc to do a Startup Repair:

  Download the ISO on the link provided and make a record of repair time it starts.

  Go to your Bios/Setup, or the Boot Menu at startup and change the Boot order to make the DVD/CD drive 1st in the boot order, then reboot with the disk in the drive.

  At the startup/power on you should see at the bottom of the screen either F2 or DELETE, go to Setup/Bios or F12 for the Boot Menu.

  When you have changed that, insert the Bootable disk you did in the drive and reboot.

  http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/tutorials/tutorial148.html

  Link above shows what the process looks like and a manual, it load the repair options.

  NeoSmart containing the content of the Windows Vista DVD 'Recovery Centre', as we refer to him. It cannot be used to install or reinstall Windows Vista, and is just a Windows PE interface to recovering your PC. Technically, we could re-create this installation with downloadable media media freely from Microsoft (namely the Microsoft WAIK, several gigabyte download); but it is pretty darn decent of Microsoft to present Windows users who might not be able to create such a thing on their own.

  Read all the info on the website on how to create and use:

  http://NeoSmart.net/blog/2008/Windows-Vista-recovery-disc-download/

  ISO Burner: http://www.snapfiles.com/get/active-isoburner.html

  It's a very good Vista startup repair disk.

  You can do a system restart tool, system, etc it restore.

  It is NOT a disc of resettlement.

  And the 32-bit is what normally comes on a computer, unless 64-bit.

  ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/957307

  Error message when you try to install the updates on the Windows Update Web site or the Microsoft Update Web site: "0 x 80240016.

  ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

  If the above does not resolve the problem:

  Windows Update Forum:

  It's updated operating system Vista, upgraded installation and activate Forum.

  You will get the best help for any problem of Update/Service Pack in the Windows Update Forum; the link below:

  http://social.answers.Microsoft.com/forums/en-us/vistawu/threads

  When you repost, are kindly Error Codes and exactly what happens when you try to update.

  In this way, you will receive the best help.

  See you soon.

  Mick Murphy - Microsoft partner

• Windows Update gets closed by Windows Data Execution Prevention

  Running Windows XP Pro with SP3.  Windows Update is set to warn me of updates.

  For the last two days, whenever I turn on, a popup appears saying

  -Microsoft Windows data execution prevention.  To help protect your computer, Windows has closed this program.  Name: Windows Update.  Publisher: Microsoft Corporation.

  It gives me a "close this window" button, but if I click on it it just reappears.  The offending executable seems to be wuauctl.exe.

  I checked and the only wuauctl.exe on my system is where it should be, in \Windows\System32\, although there are also a large number of \Windows\pchealth\ErrorRep\UserDumps entries all from when I first encountered the problem.

  What has gone wrong and what I would do to this topic?

  ger1atric,
  I suggest that you make sure you have Latest Windows Update Agent.  If you do and are still getting the error, then try the steps listed below.

  If your computer is set to apply DEP to all programs and services, the DEP error message will have a change settings button. If an update of the program is not available, follow these steps to add an exception for the program of the DEP error message:

  1. When you receive the error message, click change settings.
  2. Click to select the check box next to the program, and then click apply.
  3. When you are prompted to restart your computer, double click on OK and restart your system.

  You can also add an exception for the program by using System Properties in Control Panel. To do this, follow these steps:

  1. Click Start, click run, type sysdm.cpl, and then click OK.
  2. Click the Advanced tab, click performance, and then click settings.
  3. In the Performance Options, click the Data Execution Prevention tab, and then click Add.
  4. In the Open dialog box, locate and then click the program.
  5. Click Open, click apply, and then click OK. When you are prompted to restart your computer, click OK.

  Mike - Engineer Support Microsoft Answers
  Visit our Microsoft answers feedback Forum and let us know what you think.

• Install update of security KB2647516 for IE 8 for Windows XP almost brought my computer complete the stop

  Install the 14/02/12 KB2647516 a security update for IE 8 for Windows XP almost brought my computer to complete stop.

  Took minutes to get any site. Extremely slow...

  Uninstallled le KB2647516 even and it's back to run again correct.

  Leave this update uninstalled until I learn how this can be corrected.

  Thanks, Mike

  Hi Mike,.

  This issue could be related to firewall or third-party security software. I suggest you put your computer in a clean boot State, and check if the problem persists.

  Note: The steps in the article to restart your computer as usual.

• Intel R PRO/100 PCI adapter TX prevents my computer to enter sleep mode

  I had this problem before and I had to perform a system recovery to fix. My windows proffessional cd comes with microsoft service pack sp2. I'm updating to sp3 in windows update and again my computer does not work in standby mode. It gives me this error "intel R PRO/100 TX PCI card prevents this computer to enter standby mode. Please help it happened 2 times and last time system restore did not work so I had to perform a system recovery. I've updated the driver intel but sound always gives me this error.

  Hello

  Change the setting for the network device power management. You can check the link below for the setting:

  To change the settings for a device power management: http://www.microsoft.com/resources/documentation/windows/xp/all/proddocs/en-us/devmgr_changing_power_settings.mspx?mfr=true

  Also for reference: how to disable for a network card power management when you deploy Windows XP: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/837058

  Link, can be found: how to solve the implementation Hibernate and standby in Windows XP; http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/907477

  This is the Intel Web site: http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/highlights/network/pro100b/?redirector_count=1&

• Windows continues to prevent my McAfee update Launcher to work.

  Windows continues to prevent my McAfee update Launcher to work. My internet security McAfee always says I'm protected, but windows does not of course to update for some reason any. I tried looking for updates to McAfee and it starts to look, but then just says stop and "error". The DEP message then comes to the top. The message of Windows arrives randomly throughout the day as McAfee tries to update? Can you help me please?

  Original title: DEP

  Hello

  1. What is the full error message?

  2 is this problem limited to the McAfee program?

  3 did you changes to the computer before the show?

   
  Prevention of execution of data (DEP) is a set of hardware and software technologies that perform additional checks on memory to help protect against malicious code exploits.
   
  Method 1:
  
  I suggest you turn off DEP for a particular program and check with the question.
  Reference:
  Change Data Execution Prevention settings
  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-Vista/change-data-execution-prevention-settings
   
   
  Method 2:

  Put the computer to boot and search for the issue.

  
  How to troubleshoot a problem by performing a clean boot in Windows Vista or in Windows 7
  
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/929135
  Note: Once you are done with the boot, follow step 7 of article to put your computer to normal startup.
   
   
  Method 3:

  Run a scan antivirus on your computer.
  www.Microsoft.com/Security/Scanner
  Note: If infections are detected during the scan, there is a risk of data loss because infected files will be deleted.
   
   
  If the problem persists, I suggest you to contact McAfee support for assistance.
  Technical support Service and McAfee customer
  http://www.McAfee.com/us/support.aspx
   
  Let us know the results. I hope this helps.

• Networking a laptop 64 bit Windows 7 with a desktop computer Windows Vista 64-bit

  I have a Dell desktop running 64-bit Windows Vista with a USB connected HP Photosmart printer operating system.  My wife used to have a laptop with an XP operating system and we have had no problem sharing the printer.  Now she has a laptop (HP) laptop to Windows 7 64 bit and fails to print.

  His laptop is connected wireless to Verizon FIOS router (wireless-g, I think).  I am connected by ethernet.

  If I look at a map of the comprehensive network of my Vista PC I can see his laptop and explore appropriate records of (public) level on his hard drive.   Sharing my Vista PC and are discovery options: network discovery:; File sharing:. Public folder sharing:; Printer sharing:; Password protected sharing: Off; The media sharing: Off.  My Vista shows the home network as a WORKING group.

  I use McAfee SecurityCenter and when I open the McAfee network map it also shows my wife's cell phone with its IP address.

  On my wife's cell phone two PCs appear on the map of the comprehensive network of the window and it shows my PC IPv4, IPv6 and MAC address, but if I try to 'Open' from my PC to the icon on the map, I get an error message suggesting I be spelled the name wrong or there is a network problem (error code 0 x 80070035 the network path was not found).  I ran the diagnostic of the error dialog box and he suggested to "make sure that the device allows incoming connections for printing and file sharing", the windows firewall settings.  Its network card qualifies to the network TPEN1, identity, assigned to the Verizon router. It shows his laptop connected by a dotted line (wireless)? to TPEN1 which is connected to a switch.  My PC is also connected to the switch which in turn is connected by a bridge to the Internet.  Options advanced sharing his PC for the home or work (current profile) are set on: turn on the discovery network. Enable file sharing and printing; Turn on sharing so anyone with network access can read and write files in public folders;  Media streaming is disabled; Use 128-bit encryption to protect file sharing connections (recommended); Disable password protected sharing;  Use the user accounts and passwords to connect to other computers.

  Its Norton Internet Security Network security map shows my PC as being in line with trust to full trust level.  It also shows the Swith and 2 generic devices with Shared Trust.

  So... anyone have any suggestions?

  Hello

  Maybe this can help.

  - ---------------------
  

  This message looks like a long history because I don't know what is the level of knowledge of the user, and what has already been done.

  The info goes through the motions of the configuration and verify most of the common aspects of the functionality of Windows OS' LAN.

  ----------------------

  Win7 when configured on the peer-to-peer network has three types of configurations of sharing.

  Group residential network = only works between Win 7 computers. This type of configuration, it is very easy to entry level users to start sharing network.

  Working network = fundamentally similar to previous methods of sharing that allow you to control what, how and to whom the records would be shared with.
  
  Public share = network Public (as Internet Café) in order to reduce security risks.

  For the best newspaper of the results of each computer screen system and together all computers on a network of the same name, while each computer has its own unique name.

  http://www.ezlan.NET/Win7/net_name.jpg

  Make sure that the software firewall on each computer allows free local traffic. If you use 3rd party Firewall on, Vista/XP Firewall Native should be disabled, and the active firewall has adjusted to your network numbers IP on what is sometimes called the Zone of confidence (see part 3 firewall instructions

  General example, http://www.ezlan.net/faq#trusted
  Please note that some 3rd party software firewall continue to block the same aspects it traffic Local, they are turned Off (disabled). If possible, configure the firewall correctly or completely uninstall to allow a clean flow of local network traffic. If the 3rd party software is uninstalled, or disables, make sure Windows native firewall is active .

  Since you have a network with Win 7 and the other version of Windows, you must configure Windows 7 as work network.

  In the center of the network, by clicking on the type of network opens the window to the right.

  Choose your network type. Note the check box at the bottom and check/uncheck depending on your needs.

  http://www.ezlan.NET/Win7/net_type.jpg

  Win 7 - http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows7/Networking-home-computers-running-different-versions-of-Windows

  Win 7 network sharing folder specific work - http://www.onecomputerguy.com/windows7/windows7_sharing.htm

  Vista file and printer sharing - http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/bb727037.aspx

  When you have finished the configuration of the system, it is recommended to restart everything the router and all computers involved.

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  If necessary check specifically Permission/security settings.

  Point to a folder that wants to share do right click and choose Properties.

  In the properties

  Click on the Security tab shown in the bellows of the photo on the right) and verify that users and their permissions (see photo below Centre and left) are configured correctly. Then do the same for the authorization tab.

  This screen shot is to Win 7, Vista menus are similar.

  http://www.ezlan.NET/Win7/permission-security.jpg

  The Security Panel and the authorization Panel, you need to highlight each user/group and consider that the authorization controls are verified correctly.

  When everything is OK, restart the network (router and computer).

  Please note that the users and groups listed on the screen shoot are just an example. Your list will focus on how your system is configured.

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  You should consider that many times the final solution could involve total uninstall of the 3rd party security Suits.

  In this case, you can be set at the same level with installing Microsoft Security Essentials which are used in the applications of a native Vista/Win 7 firewall and AntiVirus/AntiSpyware.

  http://www.Microsoft.com/Security_Essentials/

  Jack-MVP Windows Networking. WWW.EZLAN.NET