The same can be said for Windows, with the basic concept remaining the same from version to version.
This is the same default workgroup name that Microsoft sets up in Windows.
These are your currently active internet connections.
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Highlight the active default online grid port, then select theAdvancedbutton on the bottom-right side.
In the window that appears, select theWINStab.
Here you will see the NetBIOS name for your Mac, as well as the Workgroup name.
The Workgroup name must match the Workgroup name on your Windows PC.
This method also tends to prevent some problems that can occasionally occur when editing live web link parameters.
In the Location drop-down menu, take note of the current location name, which is probablyAutomatic.
Select theLocationdrop-down menu, then selectEdit Locations.
A list of currentnetwork locationswill display.
verify the location name you noted above is selected.
snag the sprocket or gear icon in the lower section of the window, then selectDuplicate Location.
you’re able to accept the default name or change it.
Notice that the Location drop-down menu now displays the name of your new location.
In the bottom-right corner of theNetworkpreferences pane, selectAdvanced.
In the drop-down window that opens, select theWINStab.
In the Workgroup field, enter the new Workgroup name.
Remember, it must be the same as the Workgroup name on your Windows PC.
SelectOK, then selectApply.
Microsoft and Apple both use the same default workgroup name: WORKGROUP.
If you have not made any changes to your data pipe prefs, you could skip this page.
In theComputer Name,Domain, andWorkgroupsection, you will see the current workgroup name.
If it is identical to the workgroup name on your Mac, you might skip the following instructions.
The System Properties dialog box will open.
Select theComputer Nametab, then selectChange.
In theWorkgroupfield, enter the new workgroup name, then selectOK.
After a few seconds, a dialog box will open, welcoming you to the new workgroup.
You will be told that you better cycle your rig to apply the changes.
Close any windows that are open, then reset your PC.
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