Windows 10: can not access share folder on local area network

it's a brand new workstation / business laptop from hp

with the most current updates

trying to add this to our local area network w. server 2008 r2

all workstations are working fine. lan is fully functional

this new workstation can access the internet

it can ping the ip address of the server

however, file explorer will not open shared folders on the server; it will not get to the point where it asks for the user name or password, or even list the server as a network node

after trying to access the share, a cryptic time out error message appears saying "your computer appears to be correctly configured, but the device or resource server is not responding"





i've confirmed all the settings in network and sharing center, i've had hp support remote into this workstation, as well as microsoft support remote in. also, i've tried network resetting and other recommended fixes. i don't know what else to do. hp support is recommending re-imaging the workstation, however, i am not too optimistic about this plan, but this is the only other alternative. i don't know what else to try. it's completely bizarre. how does anything like this happen

:)

 

?? How do I PW protect Folders in windows

hmmm?
Sharing files and folders overview You can share the files and folders stored on your computer, on a network, and on the Web. The method you choose depends on whom you want to share files with, and what computer they will use to access the files.

When you share files or folders, they are not as protected as they are when you do not share them. People with access to your computer or your network might be able to read, copy, or change files that are in a shared folder. You should always be aware that the files and folders that you share are available to other people and be sure to monitor your shared files and folders on a regular basis.

Important

If your computer is not joined to a domain, you can use the Network Setup Wizard to automatically turn file and printer sharing on or off. To start the Network Setup Wizard, click Start, click Control Panel, click Network and Internet Connections, and then click Network Setup Wizard.
If you both use the same computer

You can put the files you want to share in the Shared Documents folder. Files stored in the Shared Documents folder or its subfolders are always available to other users on your computer.

Step-by-step procedure
Note

If you are connected to a network domain, the Shared Documents, Shared Pictures, and Shared Music folders are not available.
If both computers are on the same network

You can share a folder or drive on your computer with others on the network. You can also control whether the files in the shared folder can be modified by other users.

If your computer is connected to a network domain, use this procedure:

Step-by-step procedure
If your computer is connected to a workgroup, use this procedure:

Step-by-step procedure
Note

If you are connected to a network domain, you will need to set the Access control for the folder or drive after sharing it. For more information, go to To set, view, change, or remove file and folder permissions.
If you want to share your files online

You can publish pictures and documents on the Web using the Web Publishing Wizard. The files will be stored in a private, online folder that you manage.

Step-by-step procedure

If you don't want others to access your files

You can prevent other users from accessing your folders and the files they contain. When your computer is connected to a domain, this is called setting permissions for your file or folder. When your computer is connected to a workgroup, this is called making your folders private.

If your computer is connected to a network domain, use this procedure:

Step-by-step procedure
If your computer is connected to a workgroup, use this procedure:

Step-by-step procedure

'HELP' it can be your friend *Smile

 

Sharing folders over network - access denied

Hello,

To troubleshoot your concern with sharing files over the network using your Windows 10 device, we suggest that you run the Shared folders troubleshooter and check if it helps. Kindly refer to the steps below:

• Type in Troubleshooting in the search box and press
  Enter.
• Click View all.
• Click Shared Folders.
• Click Next and follow on-screen instructions.

Hope it helps.

 

Windows 10 mobile Hotspot is not accessing network even if after sharing the local area network

Windows 10 mobile Hotspot is not accessing network even if after sharing the local area network

***Post moved by the moderator to the appropriate forum category.***