text: how do i set up my lap top so i can send files to my main pc? my main pc is connected via ethernet cable to router my lap top is receiving signal wireless from router go to control panel and run the wireless network wizard, or go to your pc and right click and share whatever files you want then go to your laptop and add a network place for those files.  to add a network place, go to my computer, my network palces and run the add a network place wizard.