Hi, i have this problem here: i simply CAN´T config my home network!!!
I have an US Robotics USB Modem from my cable operator, two machines both with Windows XP Professional, two network adpters..and the necessary cable to link them..so far..so good!
The problem is, when i connect the network adpter to the second PC windows detected it, installed it and it works fine..but when i install the other one in the main machine it says that it appears with an red X saying a cable is not connected..in the other one it appered has well..i cant config the network in any way..
I tried to use the Modem has an network adpater to at least give the other one an Internet connection but nothing..
Has i´m no expert in IT or networks i really need help here, has i whanted to leave this ready for this weekend for my father, has i will be out..
Can any expert here help me with this? please

I´m here for any more information about the hardware etc..that you might need to help me out!!