Windows 10: How can I connect Windows10 Pro to a Windows 7 Homegroup?

I have the latest version of Windows 10 pro and I need to connect to a Windows 7 Homegroup

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Unable to connect to Homegroup on Windows 10 Pro 1709

Problem:

• My two Windows 10 PCs are unable to connect to a Homegroup.
• When attempting to join a Homegroup, the connection wizard will sit and spin for minutes before returning "Windows no longer detects a homegroup on this network."
• This happens whether I try to host the Homegroup on PC 1 or on PC 2.

Specs:

• PC 1
  • Windows 10 Pro 1709 (Build 16299.125)
  • Windows Firewall turned on
  • Sharing to devices on same network turned on
  • File History drive recommended in Homegroup
  • Never connected to another Homegroup before
• PC 2
  • Windows 10 Pro 1709 (Build 16299.125)
  • Windows Firewall turned on
  • Sharing to devices on same network turned on
  • Never connected to another Homegroup before

Troubleshooting Attempted:

• Confirm both PCs are connected to same WiFi network
• Confirm network is listed as Private and Trusted on both PCs
• Confirm that each PC can connect to the other via Explorer
• Confirm that each PC can see the Homegroup hosted by the other
• Attempt hosting Homegroup on PC 1 and on PC 2
• Change password for Homegroup
• Stop and Restart Peer Networking and associated Services
• Synchronize System Time
• Rename Workgroup
• Restart after all appropriate steps

At this point, I'm running out of ideas. Could someone help me find resolve this?

 

Cannot connect to HomeGroup - "Windows no longer detects a homegroup on this network."

Hello, I am unable to connect either of my Windows 10 PCs to a HomeGroup.

Whenever I open the HomeGroup Control Panel on either PC, I see a message that says I have been invited to join a HomeGroup and there is a Join Now button.

I'll click the button, enter the password, and then wait for about a minute. After a minute, I get an error message that says "Windows no longer detects a homegroup on this network."

This happens on both PCs.

Troubleshooting steps attempted:

• Ensure both PCs are connected to the same wireless network
• Change the password used to connect to the HomeGroup
  • Restart
• Ensure that Sharing permissions in Network and Sharing are identical
  • Restart
• Delete the HomeGroup from PC 1, create a new HomeGroup on PC 2
  • No matter which PC hosts the HomeGroup, I get the same error

The Gear:

PC 1:

Home-built Desktop PC

Windows 10 Pro, Version 1709, Build 16299.125

PC 2:

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (Gen 2) [Fresh out of the box last night]

Windows 10 Pro, Version 1709, Build 16299.125

Network:

802.11ac 5GHz Century Link Gigabit

I'm really not sure what the problem is. I can see each PC when I open File Explorer, but I can't connect to the HomeGroup.

I'd really like to be able to connect because PC 1 has a drive connected for File History that I'd like PC 2 to connect to. PC 1 also operates as my media library, which I want to share to PC 2.

 

Homegroup connectivity problem

We appreciate your detailed response. Damaged system components is one of the possible reasons why you are experiencing issues with saving files from your laptop to your desktop using the HomeGroup. For initial troubleshooting, we suggest running the automated
troubleshooter for HomeGroup issues.

To run the HomeGroup troubleshooter, follow these steps:

• Press the Windows key + X and then choose Control Panel.
• Click on Network and Internet.
• Select HomeGroup and then click Start the HomeGroup troubleshooter.
• Click the Next button and then click on Skip this step.
• Wait for the troubleshooter to finish the process.
• Restart the computer after running the troubleshooter.
• Check if the issue persists.

Update us about the results.