Potential Problems With Antiquated Winsock Programs

Each of the settings in this document are critical in getting direct cable connect to operate. You may encounter other problems with your computer hardware such as the ports not being correctly configured, defective cable or other installed programs causing trouble. Consider trying one of the commercial alternatives in the event you just can't get it going. Only consider tech support options that charge a one time - per incedent solved fee, as contrasted to a time based fee that could cost far more than what the feature is worth before the problem is solved.

If you do not use "Dial-Up Networking" to connect to the internet, the winsock/dialer you are using could be disabled by installing Direct Cable Connection. For computers with no internet access and no network software or if you are already using the built-in winsock shown below, continue on to the setup/install procedure.

If you did not set-up the internet on the computer, not a problem, but if the above pictures are not familiar to you, consider consulting your service provider before performing this procedure. You might consider using interlink to connect your computers. If you are a bit more daring or familiar with the winsock you are using, be aware the following file will be overwritten if you install "DCC" which requires "Dial-Up Networking":

You will want to review the following Microsoft KB article #139384 for more assistance in installing third party winsocks. Perhaps the instructions for the particular dialup you are using will be of assistance as well. If you can configure the winsock to use a winsock.dll in its own directory, and can redirect clients to load it, the task is complete.