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Step by step procedure on Local file sharing
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Here’s a step-by-step guide for local file sharing on a Windows Server:
1. Set Up File Sharing on Windows Server a. Create a Shared Folder: 1. Open File Explorer: o Click on the File Explorer icon from the taskbar or Start menu. 2. Navigate to the Desired Location: o Go to the directory where you want to create the shared folder. 3. Create a New Folder: o Right-click in the directory, select New, then Folder. o Name the folder (e.g., SharedDocs). 4. Share the Folder: o Right-click the folder and select Properties. o Go to the Sharing tab. 5. Advanced Sharing: o Click Advanced Sharing.... o Check the box labeled Share this folder. 6. Set Permissions: o Click Permissions to configure access: Full Control: Allows users to read, write, and modify. Change: Allows users to read and modify files. Read: Allows users to view files. o Click Apply and then OK. 7. Confirm Sharing: o Click Apply and then OK again to close the folder properties. b. Configure NTFS Permissions: 1. Open Folder Properties: o Right-click the shared folder again and select Properties. 2. Go to the Security Tab: o Click the Security tab. 3. Edit Permissions: o Click Edit to modify permissions. o Add or remove users and groups and set their permissions (Read, Write, Modify). 4. Apply Changes: o Click Apply and then OK to save the changes. 2. Access the Shared Folder from a Client Computer a. Open File Explorer: 1. Access Network: o Open File Explorer on a client computer. o Click Network in the navigation pane on the left. 2. Find the Server: o Locate the server name in the network list. 3. Open Shared Folder: o Double-click on the server name to view the shared folders. o Click on the shared folder to access its contents. 4. Enter Credentials (if prompted): o If prompted for a username and password, enter the credentials of a user with permission to access the folder. 3. Map the Shared Folder as a Network Drive (Optional) 1. Open File Explorer: o Open File Explorer on the client computer. 2. Map Network Drive: o Click This PC in the navigation pane. o Click on Computer tab in the ribbon and select Map network drive. 3. Specify Drive Letter and Folder Path: o Choose a drive letter. o Enter the folder path (e.g., \\ServerName\SharedDocs). 4. Reconnect at Sign-In: o Check Reconnect at sign-in if you want the drive to be available each time you log in. 5. Finish Mapping: o Click Finish.
4. Troubleshooting a. Check Network Discovery and File Sharing Settings: 1. Open Control Panel: o Go to Control Panel > Network and Sharing Center > Change advanced sharing settings. 2. Enable Settings: o Make sure Turn on network discovery and Turn on file and printer sharing are enabled. b. Firewall and Security Settings: 1. Check Firewall: o Ensure that the Windows Firewall is not blocking file sharing. Go to Control Panel > System and Security > Windows Defender Firewall > Allow an app or feature through Windows Defender Firewall. 2. Review Security Software: o Check any third-party security software to ensure it's not blocking file sharing. By following these steps, you can set up and manage local file sharing on a Windows Server and ensure that other users or computers on the same network can access the shared files. 4o mini
