IMac and Windows Laptop on the Same Wi-Fi Network?

First I just wanted to thank all those who replied to my previous (and first ever) post advising on the best way to set up a wireless home netwrok to share a DSL connection.
In the end I decided against buying an Apple AirPort base station, and bought a third party modem-router-wireless access point (a Speedtouch 580).
I set the 580 up to send the internet conncetion out on the Wi-Fi network, and was able to connect my Windows laptop (with a Speedtouch 110g wirelss card) to the Wi-Fi network and gain internet access no problem! I never thought it could be that easy, so was ecstatic! I even managed to have my Centrino laptop connect to the network and share the internet connection.
Then it came to my iMac G5 (I have AirPort Extreme built in). I turned the airport on and scanned for networks. When I first found my network I couldn't connect, so changed the router's security to WEP from WPA. Now, I still don't know how my iMac connected to the Wi-Fi network, but when I came back to it after having walked away in despair, it was simply connected!
My problem now is that I don't seem to be able to connect both a Windows PC and my Mac to the Wi-Fi network at the same time. Why might this be?
Any advice would be greatly appreciated! Thanks in advance!
Ben
iMac G5 Mac OS X (10.4)

My problem now is that I don't seem to be able to
connect both a Windows PC and my Mac to the Wi-Fi
network at the same time. Why might this be?
You have not configured your wireless router correctly.
Without seeing the configuration it is very difficult to ascertain what the specific problem might be.
Reset the router and re-configure.
You need to configure your router to share a single IP address (NAT) in order to use your DSL connection with more than one client.
iFelix

Similar Messages

Installed new hard drive and windows 7 at the same time. Left old hard drives in computer but unable to get bookmarks from old drives to new.

Installed new hard drive and windows 7 at the same time. Left old hard drives in computer, installed firefox however I have no idea in which file the old bookmarks are located. I still have the old files for firefox in the old drives.

Your "Firefox personal data", like bookmarks, are stored in your Profile folder in Firefox. See this support article about how to recover that data from that old hard drive and transfer it your your new Profile.
http://support.mozilla.com/en-US/kb/Recovering+important+data+from+an+old+profile

My wireless printer appears as offline on my Macbook, despite being visible on the network and printable from a Windows laptop on the same network. Was fine previously. Any thoughts?

I have a MacBook Pro running 10.6.8.
I have a wirelessly networked printer (HP PhotoSmart D110).
All worked well until a couple of months ago.
For reasons unknown, I stopped being able to print wirelessly to the printer from the Macbook. It appears as offline on the HP Photosmart utillity that pops up.
I can print to teh same printer from a Windows PC on the same network.
I have also logged onto the printer, using it's IP address and printed its test page, so obvioulsy not a printer fault as such.
The old PowerBook on the same network doesn't print to it either.
Grateful for any thoughts for quick tests or tips.
Paul.

Nice one Ron, you're a star.
That was a complete fix.
My preferences was slightly different, but it was the same approach.
I had 4 printers listed. Some old ones that I no longer had and the one that didn't work. I deleted all of them, then hit '+'.
It came back up, searched for new drivers, then I was able to print as per normal.
Result.
Paul

Can I install both Snow Leopard and Windows 7 on the same version of VMWare 5?

Even though I am running Apple OSX Mountain Lion 10.8.3 on my new 2013 iMac, I have just installed VMWare's "Fusion 5" so I can have Windows 7 installed on the "Fusion 5, for limited usage needs.
I also would like to have a running version of Snow Leopard available to run my large collection of original Lynda.com training DVD's and CD's ... which unfortunately, now only allow the Lynda.com GUI player to operate in (and up to) Snow Leopard (at least this is what the Tech folks at Lynda.com have told me).
Since Lynda.com is no longer producing any or their training programs on CD or DVD any longer, and because they have stopped supporting their training programs to run on Lion and above, I will have to have a version of Snow Leopard installed to run these training programs, and still be able to run them using the Lynda.com GUI player.
So here's my dilemma:
1. Can I install both a version of Snow Leopard OS on my "VMWare "Fusion 5" .... along with a running version of Windows 7 on the same "Fusion 5"?
2. Do I install only the Windows 7 on the VMWare, and find some other "device" to run a version of Snow Leopard off of?
3. Do I consider using "BootCamp", in conjunction with "Fusion 5", to get access to both Snow Leopard and Windows 7?
Has anyone had any experience installing BOTH a previous (older) version of Apple OSX ... AND ... a Windows OS version on one installed version of VMWare "Fusion"?
OR
Any suggestions on how to set up having access to both Snow Leopard and Windows 7 .... while keeping OS Mountain Lion as my main OS?

mende1
Thanks ... the "You have to purchase Snow Leopard Server" I knew about, and a few days ago I just ordered a copy from the Apple Store:
Snow Leopard Server - Ordered at: 1-800-692-7753 ... OR ... 1-866-254-8313
I asked for Apple Snow Leopard Server (Model MC588Z/A (SLSVR)
"Unlimited Client License"
It was around $25.50 (USD) with sales tax and shipping (NYS).
One thing though ... when you mention: "you should make two virtual machines".
Not being too familiar with "Fusion 5" yet, Is setting up "two machine" all done under one installed version of "Fusion 5"?
Would you have "links" to any "Fusion 5" installation instructions/info for setting up the
"two machines" (one for Snow Leopard and one for Windows 7)?

Windows 7 and Windows 8 in the same computer

I have HP Pavilion HDX9300 with two hard discs. I have installed Windows 7 in och of them and Windows 8 in the other. Both W7 and W8 works when the disc is placed in one of the discplaces but not in the other.
If I want to change from W7 to W8 I thus have to change place for the hard disc. My desire is to change from W7 to W8 without changing places for the harddiscs. Is it possible? If so, how do I do?

I believe the second hard drive bay in the HDX9300 is not bootable. You need to load Windows 8 on the same hard drive as Windows 7 as a dual boot.
http://www.extremetech.com/computing/143380-how-to-dual-boot-windows-8-and-windows-7
You could then use the second drive as storage accessible to both operating systems.

To see if you can have XP and Windows 7 on the same computer?

I am new to Forums so I don't know if I am in the right place to ask this question. Can you have the older XP and have Windows 7 programmed on to the same computer? This concerns using an older printer that requires XP.

Hello Joseph Hill.
This question should be asked in the
Windows Answers Forum.
Anyway, two Windows versions can coexist if you choose one of the following options
create a dual boot configuration: create 2 partitions on the hard disk, install Windows XP in the first one and Windows 7 in the second one; the Windows 7 boot loader will detect the Windows XP installation and configure the boot loader to display a menu
that will allow you to choose the Windows version you want to start. You can then install and configure your printer in Windows XP, but it won't be available for you to use it in Windows 7;
install only Windows 7 and create a virtual machine: you'll install Windows XP in the virtual machine and then install and configure your printer in Windows XP.
Bye.
Luigi Bruno
MCP, MCTS, MOS, MTA

What usb auto switch is compatible with OSX and Windows for sharing the same printer

I just bought a new iMac for myself to replace my old Dell PC. My husband still has his PC with Windows Vista and our work stations are set up to share the same MFC with a Belkin auto switch. Unfortunately that software is not compatible with my OSX and I am having trouble searching for another auto switch that is compatible with both computer operating systems. Can anyone recommend one to me?

Hmmm, we bought a brand new V300 from Epson and hooked it up it didn't work. We went through all the steps, downloaded all the drivers, and after several days of frustration, it still did not work so we returned it.
Apple hasn't been able to give us technical advice, Epson couldn't help. The only scanners sold locally are the printer/scanner combos.
I was looking at the Fujitso ScanSnap 1500M earlier tonight... am wondering if I can get by with this scanner since most of my scanning nowadays has to do with business documents. It sure would be nice to organize clutter and the text said something about compatible with the "cloud" as well.
I use my iPad all the time to show galleries & collectors the quality of my paintings... type up proposals, etc. Thanks for letting me know about it's compatibility with my iPad, iPhone and Mac.
Thank you for your input, AppleMan1958. you are wonderful.

Airport Extreme N connect to N and G laptop at the same time?

I'm considering of getting the new airport extreme as one of my new mac book pro is N compatible. But my older one is only G.
I know the base station can connect to both N and G. But if there are one G only computer in the net work does the base station has to be always on G ? and compromised its full potential of running in N mode? Or can it be at N and G mode simultaneously, allowing the new laptop to connect at N speed and older one at G speed at the same time?
Thanks for your help !

This is exactly my question. I have an Apple G base station, a PowerBook and and AX. I'd like to use those in G and run the rest in N.
Here's what I have: AEBS G, AX, G4 Tower with edimax N card, iMac Aluminum N, Powerbook G and HP AIO G. I want to buy an AEBS N and not have it slow down due to the G, but still run the G devices.
Based on what I read, I can ethernet my AX to the Extreme N? But that will put it too far away from my stereo. So I have a white G extreme base station, Can I ethernet that to run the G network and use my AX wirelessly as an extender to also hook into the stereo?
The Edimax PCI N card from OWC for my G4 is not yet installed. I am not 100% positive but I don't think it is 5 GHz. Is that an issue for max thruput? Are there 5 GHz cards made, or do I just suck it up? Does it make much of a difference in speed?
Would I be better off ethernetting the G4?
Finally, re the HP wireless AIO, G speed. Will the N network devices be able to print on it if it is connected by a separate G network?
I use my network as a client-server setup, so the increase in thruput would be welcome but not essential.
Thanks--hopefully this is not too confusing.

How do I listen to music on my iMac and Bose Soundlink at the same time???

I just bought a Bose Soundlink Color. However I can only listen to either the iMac or the soundlink. Not both at the same time. Can you do this and if you can how do I fix it. Thanks for any help.

Welcome to the Apple Community.
Use the multiple speakers option from the AirPlay menu.

Using an IMac and a G4 with the same keyboard

I have an IMac Intel and a G4 that I use in Classic mode. Is it possible to connect one keyboard (through a hub, possibly) so that I can use it on both computers. The computers are connected to each other so that I can use files from either. but now I have to physically move to a separate keyboard and I don't have the space for two.
IMac and G4 Mac OS X (10.4.9)

Apple Store has a 6 ft. listed as:
"Belkin 6ft A to B USB Cable" @ (yikes!) $16.95 - [Apple Part Number: T6898LL/A] but even that looks inexpensive next to Belkin's own:
http://catalog.belkin.com/IWCatProductPage.process?Product_Id=18076
Yes, it would act to extend the length - same concept as an electric ext. cord.
Obviously you wouldn't want to buy one, much less two, unless it was absolutely necessary, as you could almost buy a new computer desk for that much and set your Macs closer together. I've noticed a couple sell on eBay for about $5 plus shipping, but there shouldn't be many listings offering them. It seemed like a handy idea until I found the list price:(
My idea was it would be easy enough that you wouldn't even have to get up from your chair to change. Of course, there are less expensive computer equipment stores somewhere, and I myself bought a opened pkg from a Micro Center "sale" bin for only $4.95.

Can I install on my MacBook Pro and Windows PC with the same account?

Hello
I have a Mac and a PC(Win), now I am thinking about purchase Creative Cloud, can I install on my OSX and Windows? Or I need to buy 2 license?
Thanks you all.
Michael

Cloud License allows 2 activations http://www.adobe.com/legal/licenses-terms.html
-Install on a 2nd computer http://forums.adobe.com/thread/1452292?tstart=0
-Windows or Mac does not matter... 2 on the same operating system, or 1 on each

Can you pair with an iMac and an iPad at the same time?

If you have an iMac and an iPad, is it possible to pair the same Apple Wireless Keyboard with both of them, rather than having to buy two Wireless Keyboards?

I've kind of found an answer to my question, but I'm not totally satisfied. Basically, yes, you can use one Apple Wireless Keyboard with an iMac and iPad, but obviously not at the same time.
To switch the Apple Wireless Keyboard over from working with the iMac to working with the iPad, you first have to "Disconnect" the keyboard in System Preferences > Bluetooth. This frees up the keyboard, making it available for the iPad to access.

Sync with both Mac os 10.4 AND Windows XP at the same time?

After much research AND much frustration with my Moto Q... I have decided on a Palm Centro (the prodical is returning home --- i used to use Palm all the time)
Here is my one question... I use Outlook on my computer at work (XP - office suite) and I can use Palm Desktop (or iCal) on my Mac at home (10.4)
Is it possible to setup the palm to sync with outlook at work and either iCal or Palm Desktop at home so that the same calendar, tasks, contacts, are on work comp, home comp and Centro at the same time? will i make something blow up? I am just trying to get prepped for when I am able to get the centro (8 days and counting).
If nothing else... I haven't been syncing to the Mac at home with the Moto Q and so I am really not 'out' anything... just wanted to know if it could be done?
anyone out there doing this?
Post relates to: Centro (Verizon)

yeah... i was thinking Cabled sync. I just want to be able to make changes at work on outlook, sync them with my centro, take my centro home, and sync it with my mac (using palm desktop OR iCal -- suggestions?!) and have the information the same in both places!
I am wondering if the centro, unlike my iPod, will allow me to sync in two places (not at the same time) and possibly even with different software (outlook and palm)
Thanks!
Post relates to: Centro (Verizon)

Thanks this was very useful.. I have a brand new iphone 4s unlocked version from singapore and I am having the same problem constant network fluctuations, no service, call failed, invalid sim, sim failure, bars fluctuating from 5 - 3 - 2 - 1, no signal/ba

I have a brand new iphone 4s unlocked version from singapore and I am experiencing constant network fluctuations on my iphone , no service, call failed, invalid sim, sim failure, bars fluctuating from 5 - 3 - 2 - 1, no signal/bars searching etc... Ifeel miserable after trying out all the options changed multiple sims, tried multiple carriers, restored the phone back and have set-up as new device but the problem does not get solved... its is so frustrating that after investing on a world's most expensive phone you cannot enjoy the calling features which the phone offers which is the main thing you own the phone for.. Rest of the things are working.. The funniest part I am not able to make calls or receive calls but can access the internet.. I have tried every possible thing and really very frustrated with this iphone of mine...I hope the problem gets solved.. would anyone have any solutions to this problem.. Does it mean one should never update software as I hear that after updating to IOS.5.1 the problem has started coming and same has been with there.... Apple says its a hardware failure which is very difficult to digest as sometimes I get 5 bars and able to make and receive calls but 95% of the time I am unable to. If anyone has any solution I will be very happy if he or share can share the same. Many thanks. its so disgusting to experience this on top of this apple does not support global warranty for the phone as you need to go to the country from where you bought the phone for replacement.. Truly sad state of affairs.. very very very dissappointing.

Have a look at this it might help
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS4148

HT201250 Can I back up more than one computer (i.e. my iMac and MacBook Pro) on the same hard drive using Time Machine?

I'm wondering if I can plug in our new external hard drive (a 2TB Western Digital) and back up two separate computers using Time Machine without fear of the files from the second computer overriding the first.

See Pondini's TM FAQs, for starters.

IMac and Windows Laptop on the Same Wi-Fi Network?

Similar Messages

Maybe you are looking for