I was running version 6 with the same issue. I then upgraded to version 7, still the same issue. The OS is Windows 7 on a MacBook Pro. Full description:
- When in NAT mode I CAN access the Internet but NOT the network.
- When in Bridged mode I CANNOT access the Internet NOR the network.
- From the Mac side I CAN access the Internet AND the network.
I am thinking the two problems (not being able to access network when in NAT, not being able to access anything in bridged) might be related? I have referred to the VMWare FAQ with no luck. I've also tried shutting off the Windows firewall.
I've also tried setting the network adapter IP address settings manually in Windows with no luck, though it's possible I'm doing something wrong on that front, and it always warns me about "two machines using the same router".
Any suggestions?