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The tag xp1 refers to a specific Windows XP computer on a home network. In the tagged thread, a user describes a Windows 7 PC that can see and access shared folders on one XP machine but not on another named XP1, even though the printer shared from XP1 works. The issue involves network discovery, workgroup settings, and file sharing between Windows 7 and Windows XP. Troubleshooting steps include checking network discovery settings, firewall configurations, and ensuring both PCs use the same workgroup. This tag is useful for users encountering similar problems where a specific XP machine is invisible on a mixed-OS network.
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    Windows 7 Windows 7 cannot "see" Win XP on home network.

    I have a small home network of 2 XPs and some linux PCs. One of the XP PCs ( XP1, say ) has a printer. This printer is shared on the network and works OK. I've recently added a Windows 7 PC and made it use the same Workgroup as the others for networking purposes. All the Windows PCs can ping...
    • wimpy
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    • connectivity device visibility file sharing home network linux network network issues network map network printer network settings pc configuration printer sharing shared folders troubleshooting windows 7 windows issues windows xp workgroup xp issues xp1
    • Replies: 7
    • Forum: Windows Networking
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