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Can't access a computers files through the network but all my other computers can

Anonymous
2018-07-13T23:37:40+00:00

When i try to access my shared folder on my "server" computer it comes up with this error:

but when i try to connect to it on a different computer then i can access my files fine. i have windows firewall on by the way.

Windows for home | Windows 10 | Files, folders, and storage

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  1. Anonymous
    2018-07-14T00:02:20+00:00

    Hi Tran. I'm Greg, an installation specialist and 8 year Windows MVP, here to help you.

    Homegroup is removed in Version 1803.

    What's working most for network detection issues caused by Version 1803 is here: https://windowsunplugged.blog/2018/03/27/networ...

    Go over these steps to make sure File Sharing is set up correctly: https://pureinfotech.com/setup-network-file-sha...

    There are Changes to file sharing over a network in Windows 10: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/409269...

    To troubleshoot sharing problems:

    https://www.lifewire.com/troubleshooting-window...

    https://windowsunplugged.blog/2018/03/27/networ...

    This is the latest fix that's working for Version 1803 breaking networks. Please try it and report back:

    • shut all computer and network gear down then start again.
    • Try browsing to some of the computers manually, press Windows key + R, type: \computername, hit Enter
    • Press Windows key + R

    Type: services.msc

    Hit Enter

    1. Start the "Function Discovery Provider Host" and "Function Discovery Resource Publication" services, and then set them to Automatic (Delayed Start).
    2. When you open Explorer Network, enable network discovery when you are prompted.

    If not then start over and set it up again: https://pureinfotech.com/setup-network-file-sha...

    The issue is also being tracked now with expert help here: https://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/for...

    I hope this helps. Feel free to ask back any questions and let us know how it goes. I will keep working with you until it's resolved.

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