Requesting Assistance With Unique File Transfer Situation

I am attempting to remove files from the hard drive of a laptop that is partially functioning (it is only able to get to a DOS prompt), and to transfer those files to a fully functioning PC.
In attempting to use the Direct Cable Connection found in Windows 98 on the PC, I am able to set up the PC as the 'guest' computer, but do not know how to set up the laptop as the 'host' by only using DOS commands.
I have a cable that will support the direct cable connection and it is connected to the parallel ports on each machine.
Any assistance is greatly appreciated.
patriciarose

1. RE: Requesting Assistance With Unique File Transfer Situation
lbyard Jan-06-01 04:29 PM
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LAST EDITED ON Jan-06-01 AT 04:31 PM (GMT)
I don’t think Windows Direct Cable Connection can be setup to run from DOS. Try PowerCopy at http://www.datapower.de/english/powercop.htm. They have a trial version. Or, try FastLynx or LapLink3 at http://www.geocities.com/prestonlewis/. I don't know if these programs preserve long file names. I doubt that they do. Larry