Originally posted by da_grinch
I've just reset the router to its default values and I still can not connect to the internet or ping the other Pc on the network. I am getting an IP address of 169.254.103.43. I've uninstalled the network card and tried it again, but that didn't solve anything. Going back over it again, as if I had a choice.
Try swapping cables for the two computers. if the problems switches then you need to get a new cable. Also check the firewall on the xp box like noo suggested.