Windows 10: unmap network drive still an issue in Win11

Discus and support unmap network drive still an issue in Win11 in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; I tried to unmap a drive, and it still shows up in the list, though now it is impossible to remove.Same issue as here in Win 10:... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by Nick_179, Jun 6, 2024.

  1. NICK_179
    Nick_179 Win User

    unmap network drive still an issue in Win11


    I tried to unmap a drive, and it still shows up in the list, though now it is impossible to remove.Same issue as here in Win 10: https://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/forum/all/unable-to-disconnect-from-mapped-network-drive/3dd9aba1-e9b3-454f-9872-2521112ddedeI am neck-deep in some debug work right now and I don't consider restarting my machine to be an acceptable solution. Un-mapping the drive should un-map it, regardless of whether other programs are still using it. I have no problems with hanging up on those programs which I suspect is just explorer.exe anyways.I need to remap the d

    :)
     
    Nick_179, Jun 6, 2024
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  2. ROBNGCLACK
    RobNGClack Win User

    Unmapping a networked drive in Windows 10

    While running Windows 7, I mapped a couple of networked drives in a NAS drive and accessed them successfully as Y: and Z: drives. I did not think to unmap them before I upgraded to Windows 10. Trying to unmap them now from File Explorer, I right-clicked
    This PC and when the drives showed, right-clicked them and selected Disconnect, which seemed to work.

    However, in File Explorer, the two drives still show in what I think is called the Navigation Pane on the left, and the Network Drive icon has a red X through it.

    How can I get rid of these two entries?
     
    RobNGClack, Jun 6, 2024
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  3. MNP
    MNP Win User
    Unmap network drive

    I have a wdmycloud device that I’m trying to password protect. When I try to access it in Windows 10 the error suggests I need to mao the folder using a new network drive, but I can’t do this as it says “the network folder ... is currently mapped using a different name and password.” However when I go to disconnect network drive there are no drives to disconnect. I can’t find the credentials in credentials manager either (are they under a different name maybe?) What do I need to do?
     
    MNP, Jun 6, 2024
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  4. RISHAD K T
    Rishad K T Win User

    unmap network drive still an issue in Win11

    Unmapping a networked drive in Windows 10

    Hi Rob,

    As the issue is with the network drive, I suggest you to post your query on the TechNet forum where you will get a better resolution on the issue. Please click on the below link to redirect to TechNet.

    Microsoft Q&A

    Let us know if you need further assistance on Windows 10, we will be glad to help you.
     
    Rishad K T, Jun 6, 2024
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