Problems with networking
I am running a win 10 pro home network with four PC’s. I can see all computers except one ( I will call this PC “M” ). Also PC M cannot see itself on the network map. Can you help me?
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Also ensure they are part of the same work group in the computer name.
Can M ping other pcs or vice versa?
Can M ping other pcs or vice versa?
Open File Explorer, in the left hand column find the Network node, click on it. Click YES when prompted to turn on Network Discovery.
It should then show up in the Browse List.
It should then show up in the Browse List.
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Under Network and Internet Settings, go to Ethernet (if that is your interface), then click on the interface listed.
Is it set as Public or Private? You'll need Private for home use.
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Is it set as Public or Private? You'll need Private for home use.
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https://www.experts-exchange.com/articles/16639/Folder-sharing-on-modern-machines.html
Home Group has been removed in later versions of Windows 10. Make sure Home Group is OFF and Use Passwords is ON.
Make sure no computer is so old it needs SMBv1 to accommodate networking as that has been removed as well.