Can't see files on shared network computer - help...

I have an iMac with OS 10.6.3 and am using a Linksys router. I cannot connect wirelessly to it (another issue), but I am hardwired via an Ethernet connection. My PC netbook is connected wirelessly to the router. Via Finder, I see the name of my PC, but I cannot view any of the shared files. File Sharing is turned on. Is there anything I should be checking on the Mac to be able to do this? thx.

In Finder try the 'Connect to Server' option in the 'Go' drop down list, Put the IP address or the FQDN of the PC if it has one. eg.
smb://192.168.1.15/sharename
Have a look at this Apple help page
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1568

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