Windows 10: Adding network locations to Windows Libraries

Discus and support Adding network locations to Windows Libraries in Windows 10 Network and Sharing to solve the problem; I have a client who wants me to set this up but I cannot find a way to make it work; He's replaced the machine where the data is stored, and has a new... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Network and Sharing' started by MathewTaylor74, Jul 4, 2019.

  1. MATHEWTAYLOR74
    MathewTaylor74 Win User

    Adding network locations to Windows Libraries


    I have a client who wants me to set this up but I cannot find a way to make it work; He's replaced the machine where the data is stored, and has a new user profile; I mention that because he DID have libraries setup on the old user profile to the old machine that included network locations.


    However I cannot find any workable solutions.


    Thanks for your help.


    ***Original title: Can we add network locations to a Windows 10 Library?***

    :)
     
    MathewTaylor74, Jul 4, 2019
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  2. ROSE CAL
    Rose Cal Win User

    add a network location windows 10

    Hi Erich,

    Adding a network place in Windows allows you to access FTP, Windows file shares, and some HTTP servers directly in My Network Places, without having to use an FTP client.
    To assist you better, kindly answer the following questions:

    • Are you getting any error messages when you tried adding a network location?
    • Are you trying to add a network location or map a network drive?

    Meanwhile, if you're adding a network location, we suggest that you follow these steps below about adding a network location:

    • Open This PC in File Explorer, click on the Computer tab, click on the
      Add a network location button in the ribbon.
    • Click on Next in the Add Network Location wizard.
    • Click on Choose a custom network location, and click on
      Next      .
    • Type the address of the website, FTP site, or network location you want to add, and click on
      Next.
    • If you are allowed to log on anonymously to this network location, click on
      Next      .
    • Type a name you want for this network location in This PC, and click on
      Next      .
    • If you are not allowed to log on anonymously to this network location, then uncheck the
      Log on anonymously box, enter the user name for the network location, and click on
      Next.
    • Click on Finish.
    • If you could not log on anonymously to this network location, you will see a
      Log On As       dialog prompting you to enter the user name and password for this network location. Check the
      Save password box if you do not want to be required to type the user name and password every time you access this network location. Click on
      Log On when finished.
    • The network location will now open.

    If you're mapping a network, we suggest that you follow the steps in this
    article     on how to map a network drive.

    Let us know if you need additional help.
     
    Rose Cal, Jul 4, 2019
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  3. JWCARROLL
    jwcarroll Win User
    Groove Music fails to scan network locations for music

    I setup Groove Music and added a network location to the libraries where I store all my purchased music files. I have a total of three locations that Groove should scanning. The network share is on a WHS2011 with Read, Write and execute permissions.

    Music (Default Location)

    Music (C:\Users\UserName\oneDrive

    Music (L: \\WHS2011)

    Groove picks up music in the local Music folder and on OneDrive but will not pick it up form the share.

    • I have verified that the share is accessible and all rights are being applied properly
    • I have verified and reentered my network credentials.
    • I have added the share via IP and Friendly.
    • I have created a directory link via MKLINK in the root of "C:" that pointed to the network share then added it to the library.
    • I have created a directory link via MKLINK to the share form within the local Music folder
    • I have mapped the share then added it to the library.
    • I have reset Groove Music
    • I have ensured windows is up to date
    • I have ensured that local music is being scanned and added to Groove Music
    • I do not have any events related to the issue
    • I have added a network share form a different device with the same results
    Anything that I am missing or is this just a bug?

    UPDATE:

    • Ran a clean boot to no avail
    • Ran SFC and found no issues
    • Tried adding a network location then added it to the Library to no avail as well
    • Set the Shared location as Default save location as well as Public save location
     
    jwcarroll, Jul 4, 2019
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  4. HARSHAVARDHAN RATHOD
    Harshavardhan Rathod Win User

    Adding network locations to Windows Libraries

    Delete a Library in Windows 10

    Hi,

    Thank you for being part of Windows 10.

    I appreciate you for providing details about the issue and we are happy to help you.

    I would suggest you to restore the Libraries and then try deleting the Library folder.

    Follow the below steps.

    • Press Windows + E keys from the Keyboard to open the
      File Explorer.
    • Locate Libraries from the left pane.
    • Right click on Libraries and select Restore default libraries option from the list.
    Kindly let us know if you need any further assistance with Windows. We are happy to assist you.

    Thank you.
     
    Harshavardhan Rathod, Jul 4, 2019
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