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Q. You cannot use a serial cable connection to connect a Windows XP computer to a Windows Vista computer?
Jerold Schulman
November 28, 2006
1 Min Read
When you use a null modem serial cable, like a Laplink cable or a Bluetooth serial connection, to connect a Windows XP computer to a Windows Vista computer, the connection does not work properly.
To workaround this behavior, use Ethernet cables or a network hub to establish communication between the computers.
NOTE: See Transferring files and settings: frequently asked questions.
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