2 computers + external HDD + internet for only one computer [SOLVED]

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ATGOF10 Oct 14, 2015 @ 10:08pm

So where I am at, I have to have my computer registered in order to use the internet, and I only get to register one computer. I have two computers, and of course the one capable of running games I can't connect to the internet. Does anyone have a workaround as to how I can get Steam and games to work on the computer with no internet?

SOLUTION: In order to use my games and Steam on another computer, I signed in online to Steam, updated, downloaded my games, and copied the ENTIRE "Steam" folder in C:\Program Files (x86). I uploaded it all to my computer, and now I am able to play games offline because all of the installation files, verification files, etc. were copied over. I hope this helps anyone with a similar issue!

Last edited by ATGOF10; Oct 15, 2015 @ 12:38pm

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[AU] Tabris:DarkPeace Oct 14, 2015 @ 10:29pm

Get a NAT/PAT router and connect both PCs to the Internet.

Register the 'router' as the Internet connected device.

That or get your own Internet, such as 4G LTE or ADSL.

Jesstapher Oct 14, 2015 @ 10:43pm

my real question is how does it need to be registered? 90% of computers can connect to wifi normally. Depending on your imternet provider either your internet is just awful. or thats a real issue

[AU] Tabris:DarkPeace Oct 14, 2015 @ 10:44pm

By MAC address usually.
Use the MAC ADDR of the router.

Last edited by [AU] Tabris:DarkPeace; Oct 14, 2015 @ 10:44pm

ATGOF10 Oct 15, 2015 @ 4:32am

Tabris, am I just out of luck if that isn't an option?

Kickin' Chicken Oct 15, 2015 @ 5:27am

Why not register the one with games instead?

Snapjak Oct 15, 2015 @ 5:29am

Can you set up a network bridge to allow your offline PC access?

Creep Oct 15, 2015 @ 5:31am

I wonder why the OP did not think about switching the cable , but probably has.
laptop with only wireless.
network device broke?

ATGOF10 Oct 15, 2015 @ 9:41am

I just built the gaming computer, and I don't have ethernet access on my laptop. I was just hoping there was a way I could transfer games via HDD. But my understanding as of now is Steam has you go online with the Steam client to verify the authenticity of the game, which is really inconvenient for me, but I understand why they would do that for copyright/pirating purposes.

Creep Oct 15, 2015 @ 9:42am

it only needs to go online one time after that offline mode works fine.

ATGOF10 Oct 15, 2015 @ 9:45am

Maybe I could tether my computer to my phone and get online like that?

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Creep Oct 15, 2015 @ 9:46am

yes but than you still need to download the game(if needed) and start it before going ofline mode.

Last edited by Creep; Oct 15, 2015 @ 9:48am

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Pick pocket Oct 15, 2015 @ 9:48am

lol

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ATGOF10 Oct 15, 2015 @ 9:52am

Correct me if I am wrong, but I can download it on one computer and transfer the game files to the other computer, right? If I am using the same Steam account, it would just verify my game is linked to the account and I can go offline.

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