> I thought the problem may be with iptables, so here is the default > iptables-default file created when I built the box, added samba, and > then adjusted the server and firewall settings to start samba and allow > it through the firewall: Quick way to test if it is firewalling would be Unplug from main network test (so you know there are no other dependancies) /sbin/service iptables stop test /sbin/service iptables start Reconnect. The firewall tools also let you trust specific interfaces which can be useful when you've got a trusted network on one ethernet port.