Windows Easy Transfer does not connect Windows 8 with Windows 7

A Windows 7 PC and a Windows 8 PC are on a network and working flawlessly.  They can access each other either by shared folders or Homegroup. I am trying to transfer files and settings from the Windows 7 PC to the Windows 8 PC using Windows Easy Transfer.
 Everything proceeds smoothly until the connection step when process gets stuck.  I do not know how to go about to address issue. 
Any tip will be greatly appreciated. 
Hong

Hi,
Which method do you use to transfer items to Windows 8, via network or via USB drive?
If you stuck at this step, you can try the other methods for a test.
How To Transfer Files, Settings & User Profiles From Windows 7 To Windows 8
http://www.addictivetips.com/windows-tips/transfer-files-settings-from-windows-7-to-windows-8/
Alex Zhao
TechNet Community Support

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