Can only access 2 computers to wireless at a time

Here goes:
I have 4 computers, 2xp and 2 Vista. My base is Vista. I'm trying to run all 4 wirelessly DCHP and having a fit.
I can get everything to work ie, internet and networking (all comps see all comps) except I can only access
the internet with two at a time.   I've been struggling for a week now and have learned a lot about networking
but can't get this figured out.   I have my wireless connection working on all 4 but I have to disconnect broadband
from one of the working two units in order to connect Broadband to another unit, again, all wirelessly   Thx, Brian.

What is the Model no of the Router...?
You can try changing the Wireless Channel on the router...
For File Sharing on all the computer....Make sure File and Printer Sharing is Enabled...
Also make sure both the computer's are in the same workgroup...
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