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Topology discovery on Windows networks, particularly the Link Layer Topology Discovery (LLTD) protocol, is a recurring topic in discussions about network mapping and visibility. Users report issues where Windows 7 machines, especially 32-bit Pro versions, fail to appear in the network map despite LLTD being enabled on the wireless adapter. Other threads describe scenarios where Windows 7 and Windows XP computers connected via a switch can access each other by typing the machine name but do not show up in Network or Network Places. Troubleshooting often involves checking sharing settings and ensuring proper network discovery configuration.
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Windows 7 Win 7 Network Map blocked on 32 bit Pro
Does anyone know why one laptop cannot be placed in the Win 7 network map? The troubled machine is running Win 7 Pro, 32 bit, and has the Link Layer Topology Discovery (LLTD) enabled in the wireless adapter. View from Asus P8P67 running Win 7 Ultimate 64 Bit Link Removed This is the view from...- cherrio
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- 32-bit asus connectivity dell home premium laptop link layer network issues network map pro topology discovery troubleshooting ultimate windows 7 wireless adapter
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- Forum: Windows Help and Support
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Windows 7 Win 7 and windows xp machines not showing up in either's "Network/Network places"
my Windows 7 pro 64-bit and Windows XP machines are connected via a netgear gs605 switch which then connect to a netgear wpn824v2 router to the internet. Both Machines can find each other if I type \\machinename into explorer and files are then accessible by both. I guess I should be happy that...- dawkins
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- advanced sharing discovery file access file sharing firewall home network internet access machine visibility maps netgear network norton public folder router sharing settings switch topology discovery windows 7 windows xp
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Windows Networking