MacBook Pro sees my iMac, but not vice versa

I've checked all my settings, but my iMac doesn't see my MacBook Pro. My
MacBook Pro, however, sees my iMac.
Help,
Paul

I am having the exact same problem. I tried your suggestion and I was able to connect via afp:// + ip to the invisible mac book pro. Still can find it over the network though via the finder.
Any suggestions... would prefer not to reformat the computer.
Thanks

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