<Workgroup> is not accessible. You do not have permission.

amateursupport · #1 Mar 21, 2007, 04:53 PM

Hi,

I have a simple peer-to-peer workgroup setup in an office of 2 desktops and 2 laptops. All connect to the internet via an ADSL modem which is networked via a 5 port hub. There are no wireless connections. All can connect to the internet.

The problem is 3 of the computers are unable to browse the workgroup and can not connect to shared resources (file/print). The error I receive when trying to access the workgroup is "<Workgroup> is not accessible. You may not have permission to access this server. Please contact your Administrator....". I can ping other computers on the network using both IP and PCName with no problem.

One desktop is working AOK.

I have checked and double checked network settings and services to no avail. File and Print sharing is turned on, Computer Browser service is on, 3rd party firewalls disabled.

I'm tearing my hair out....please help!

HVAC888 · Mar 22, 2007, 08:18 AM

Have you checked that the 3 pc's have the same workgroup name? Right-click My Computer, properties, Computer Name.

If the printer has built-in networking, make sure it is set to the same workgroup name also.

amateursupport · Mar 24, 2007, 05:26 PM

Thanks. All settings are correct.

HVAC888 · Mar 24, 2007, 06:05 PM

So, did that fix your problem?

amateursupport · Mar 25, 2007, 01:18 AM

Um, sorry no. What I meant is that all network settings are correct. As stated, all pc's can ping one another, they just can't browse the workgroup...all accept 1 desktop that is working fine. From research, this seems to be a common problem and I have gone through all the recommended fixes such as ensuring services started, removing external firewalls renaming pc's etc......to no avail.

HVAC888 · Mar 25, 2007, 12:16 PM

Your post mentions a 5 port hub.

That means you have one pc with two network cards. One network card connects to the dsl modem, the other connects to the hub. The other pc and laptops all connect to the hub.

Am I on track here?

Have you though of using a broadband router instead? They normally incorporate a 4-port switch, which routes traffic more efficiently than a hub. It is also easier to configure and may save the hassles you are experiencing.

I know, I sound like a salesman, not really offering help, heh, but they really do simplify networking.

GrahamSymons · Apr 1, 2007, 09:27 AM

I have been searching all day for an answer to the problem and finally found a solution which worked for me. On another forum it was suggested that some fine tweek be done in the anti virus. My setup was that three pc's had an anti virus and the fourth did not, I installed avg free on the fourth pc and hey presto, can see the pc can access the files and can access the internet through the network. Dont know if this is the solution that you require an anti virus program before the firewall works but hey it worked for me try it if you dont have an anti virus installed. AVG is free on AVG Free Advisor: Support for free users

Regards

naushasame · Mar 8, 2009, 10:30 AM

Naushad here:
I had the similar type of problem.I have two Laptops in the same network.Router ip is 192.168.1.254, laptop1 ip: 192.168.1.100, Laptop 2: 192.168.1.101
The PCs cant see each other.So what i did? Go and see if both pc have the same workgroup. and also see if the protocol NetBios compatible transport is installed. If this is done, the pcs can see each other. U have to restart the two PCs though. If dont know how to do the above mentioned procedure, send email to [email address]



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