Windows 10: Errors accessing Shared Folders on a Domain

Well, This is an interesting one. A few of my computers, since updating to 20h2, have been having this issue. It is random in the length of time between switches. Sometimes a reboot sometimes a lock/log-in sometimes with none of that.


Here is the issue:

Browsing to a few of the servers sometimes I cannot UNC path to certain shared folders by name BUT pinging by name no problem proper DNS resolution and proper replies. When this happens UNC path to the same shared folder by IP address works as one would expect.

Here is where it gets weird... Sometimes I cannot UNC path to a shared folder by IP address, ping responds normally. When this happens I can usually UNC path to the same shared folder by Name/FQDN.


The above issue will switch back and forth so sometimes I can only get to the shared folder by Name/FQDN and other times I can access via IP address. this can flip back and forth multiple times a day sometimes it will be stable for a day....


Reboots do nothing to formally correct this. stack reset did not fix this. updated drivers/firmware for NICs. Flush and register DNS. Checked firewall settings, in domain was turned on and off completely.


At this point any ideas would be appreciated I'm at a loss.

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?? How do I PW protect Folders in windows

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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

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Accessing a shared folder from a non-domain PC

I need to access a shared folder in a non-domain pc (work-group) from a domain pc. What are the requirements in terms of ports and other steps to achieve this.

 

Accessing a shared folder from a non-domain PC

Hi Abdulaziz AlShakar,

I understand that you are looking to access a shared folder on a Workgroup configured PC from a domain configured computer.

Ideally, for simple file sharing, it is recommended that the computers are in the same Workgroup. Other factors might include the group policies that are set on the domain computer.

However, as you are trying to connect through a domain configured computer, let me help in pointing you in the right direction. I would suggest you to post your query in
TechNet Forums where you will find professionals with expertise on domain
policies and networking, and that would be the appropriate forum for this version of Windows 10.

For reference:

FILE SHARING BETWEEN WORKGROUP AND DOMAIN