See here: Why can't I join a homegroup? http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows7/Why-can-t-I-join-a-homegroup Esp.:"The network location might not be set to Home. HomeGroup only works on home (private) networks. To change your network location, follow these steps:" I have also found that WIn7 networks seem to work better with passwords installed. This recent Windows Secrets article may be of help after you've connected: Simple change in settings pumps up Win7 networks: http://windowssecrets.com/2010/10/14/01-Simple-change-in-settings-pumps-up-Win7-networks -------- Original Message -------- Subject: Re: [PCBUILD] Laptop not working on Win 7 homegroup From: Tom Waddell <[log in to unmask]> Date: Fri, November 05, 2010 11:17 am To: [log in to unmask] thanks. laptop running win 7. only win 7 firewall. just setup both desktops with win 7 and a homegroup. no problem. mapped network on laptop. all 3 computers show up. all computers get to internet through same cisco router. desktops are wired, laptop is wireless The NOSPIN Group is now offering Free PC Tech support at our website: http://freepctech.com The NOSPIN Group is now offering Free PC Tech support at our website: http://freepctech.com