Networking two machines together for file sharing typically requires both machines to be on the same Workgroup. This guide will walk-through how to change the Workgroup name in Windows Vista

1. Click Start.

2. Right-click on Computer and select Properties.

3. Click Change Settings under Computer name, domain, and workgroup settings.

4. Click the Change button.

5. Enter the new Workgroup name and click OK.

6. Click OK on both of the confirmation messages that appear.


7. Click Close.

8. Click Restart Now.