Home sharing is turned on on both of my computers but only one computer is showing the icon.

I have both of my computers turned on and home sharing is turned on on both computers as well but only one computer is showing the icon so I can't share.  I have tried turning off the home share and turning it back on but nothing changed.
Any suggestions?

Hi there nc999!
I have an article here for you that will help you troubleshoot this issue with Home Sharing:
Troubleshooting Home Sharing
http://support.apple.com/kb/ts2972
Thanks for using the Apple Support Communities!
Cheers,
Braden

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