Windows 7 Windows XP x32 and Windows 7 x64 wired network unidentified network not working

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A: Windows XP (32 bit) Computer service pack 3 with NIC card
I: Windows 7 Professional (64 bit) NIC card
Connected by a cat5 cable.
Computers A can and I can ping each other, the sent and received are seen on the status panel of the appropriate machine I seems to send and receive more data than A.
I have had a panel (several times as I have adjusted settings) asking for a name for this New Network which appears to be accepted, but the after name remains unidentified.
On I (windows 7) the XP computer and the NIC network do not show up.
On A (windows XP) I cannot look at the workgroup.
Each computer has the same workgroup name.
I have ‘run gpedit’ and checked
Local computer policy + Windows Settings + Security settings then Network List Manager Settings
1 My motherboard network connector named correctly. The properties panel has three tabs allowing changes to name, icon and location as I can in the Network and Sharing Center.
This connection works for the internet a wireless network (uses ipad, XP_laptop and Epson printer).
2 Unidentified Networks. The properties panel has one tab, with radio buttons are set to location type private and user permission to user can change location no other buttons.
3 Identifying Networks. The properties panel has one tab only, with one radio button with location type set to private.
These permissions have been changed by following some instructions found on the internet and caused the unidentified network to being changed from public to work.
I do not have Bonjour Service, and my IP addresses remain in place. I have reduced the speed of the faster NIC to 10 half.
Windows cannot find a fault with the network settings.
Please can you help I seem to be going in circles and getting nowhere.

 

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It seems like you are encountering network connectivity issues between a Windows XP computer and a Windows 7 Professional computer both connected via a Cat5 cable. Here are some troubleshooting steps and suggestions to resolve the networking problems you are experiencing:

Troubleshooting Steps:​

1. Check Network Discovery and File Sharing:
   • Ensure that network discovery and file sharing are enabled on both computers.
   • Go to Control Panel > Network and Sharing Center > Change advanced sharing settings, and make sure that network discovery and file sharing are turned on.
   []Workgroup Settings:
   • Verify that both computers are part of the same workgroup.
   • You mentioned that both computers have the same workgroup name, but ensure that they are identical.
   []Static IP Configuration:
   • Assign static IP addresses to both computers within the same subnet.
   • This ensures that the computers can communicate with each other directly.
   []Firewall Check:
   • Temporarily disable the firewall on both computers to see if that resolves the networking issue.
   • If disabling the firewall solves the problem, adjust the firewall settings to allow the required network traffic.
   []Check Network Location:
   • Ensure that the network location for the connection is set correctly (e.g., Home network or Work network).
   • Incorrect network location settings can affect network discovery and access.
   []Network Adapter Settings:
   • Check the network adapter settings on both computers.
   • Make sure that the NICs are configured properly, including speed and duplex settings.
   []Reset Network Settings:
   • Try resetting the network settings on both computers.
   • You can do this by using the Command Prompt and entering commands like:

      netsh winsock reset netsh int ip reset ipconfig /release ipconfig /renew

2. Network Troubleshooter:
   • Use the built-in Windows Network Troubleshooter to diagnose and fix common networking problems.
   • Right-click on the network icon in the system tray and select "Troubleshoot problems." If you have tried these steps and are still facing issues, let me know, and we can further diagnose the problem. It's essential to ensure that the network settings, permissions, and configurations align correctly for seamless communication between the two computers.