One computer can see my router, one can not
Hi, my intention is to connect comp1 to router via ethernet cable and comp2 via wireless, however comp2 can not see my router.
Equipment: comp1-XP Pro, comp2-XP Home, router-Belkin Wireless G (F5D7230-4), Vivanco WLAN USB (802.11 b/g), Virgin broadband cable
If I put the WLAN USB on comp2 it can not see my router, but can see other networks in the area (ssid's only)
If I put the WLAN USB on comp1 it can see my router (and connect to internet)
Tried (and failed): moving router next to comp2
Changing security settings (wpa, wep, none)
Changing channel numbers inc. auto
In router setup instructions it say to disable firewall but I forgot to do this when testing WLAN USB on comp1 and it still worked fine. However I thought I ought to follow the instructions to the letter but comp2 will not let me switch off its firewall. By firewall I mean XP sp2 firewall both compters have no others.
Comp2 is second hand from office where it was part of a network
Before anyone suggests permantly swapping the computers I have good reasons for wanting comp1 to use ethernet cable and comp2 wireless