Windows 10: windows 11 computer A trying to access a shared drive on computer B also running windows 11...

Here is my problem,Windows 11 computer A trying to access a shared drive on computer B also running windows 11 returns error 0x80004005 unspecified error;Computer B can access Computer A's shared drive. Both setup the same way.Computer A is a local accountComputer B is a microsoft account whish it was a local account**I tried doing \\computer b\user local name or \\computer b\microsoft account still the same resultAny clue? ** I tried converting from microsoft account login to local account it returns: "windows is already using the account"

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Network sharing is not working between windows 11 and windows 10 computers

Hi, Himanshu. I'm sorry to hear you're having this problem, and I hope I can assist you to find a satisfactory solution.

I'll put below some steps you can try to resolve the issue:

Check network sharing settings: On the Windows 11 computer, ensure that network sharing is enabled and configured correctly. Follow these steps:

Open the Settings app (Windows key + I) on the Windows 11 computer.

Go to "Network & Internet" and select "Sharing" from the left sidebar.

Make sure that network discovery and file sharing are turned on.

Enable the necessary sharing options, such as sharing files and printers, as per your requirements.

If applicable, select the specific users or groups that should have access to the shared resources.

Verify folder or drive permissions: On the Windows 11 computer, check the permissions of the shared folders or drives. Ensure that the Windows 10 user account has the necessary permissions to access the shared resources. You can modify the permissions by following these steps:

Right-click on the folder or drive you want to share and select "Properties."

Go to the "Sharing" tab and click on "Advanced Sharing."

Click on "Permissions" and ensure that the Windows 10 user account or the "Everyone" group has the appropriate permissions.

Allow Windows 10 in the Windows 11 firewall: On the Windows 11 computer, ensure that the Windows Firewall allows incoming connections from the Windows 10 computer. Follow these steps:

Open the Windows Security app on the Windows 11 computer.

Go to "Firewall & network protection."

Click on "Allow an app through firewall."

Ensure that "File and Printer Sharing" is allowed for both private and public networks.

Check Windows 10 network profile: On the Windows 10 computer, verify that the network profile is correctly set to Private or Trusted. This ensures that network sharing and access permissions are applied appropriately. You can check and change the network profile by following these steps:

Open the Network and Sharing Center on the Windows 10 computer.

Locate the active network connection and click on it.

In the Network Profile section, ensure that it is set to Private or Trusted.

Use specific credentials: If the Windows 11 computer is part of a domain or uses different credentials, try accessing it using specific credentials. When prompted for credentials, enter the Windows 11 computer's username and password explicitly.

Are all these configurations ok?

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Accessing shared drive on Windows 11 from Windows 10

Hi Eric. I'm Greg, 10 years awarded Windows MVP, here to help you.

Windows 11 File Sharing troubleshooting steps:

1) First try setting up Nearby Sharing for faster file sharing to nearby devices:

https://screenrant.com/enable-nearby-sharing-fa...

2) Try setting up File Sharing again:

https://www.ubackup.com/windows-11/windows-11-f...



3) More about how password protected sharing works in Windows 11:

https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/answers/questi...

To turn off password protected sharing in WIndows 11:

https://gearupwindows.com/how-to-turn-off-passw...





4) If any problems troubleshoot file sharing here:

https://itechhacks.com/fix-windows-cannot-acces...

https://10scopes.com/fix-windows-cant-access-ne...

https://windowsreport.com/windows-11-cannot-acc...

https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/fix...





Feel free to ask back any questions. Please report back results for all steps given so I know what else to suggest if necessary.

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Trying to connect to a printer that is physically on a Win 10 computer from a Win 11 computer to no avail.

Hello Geldman,

I’m sorry to hear that you’re having trouble connecting to your printer. Since you’ve already tried the solutions suggested on the internet, here are a few more things you can try:

1. Make sure that the printer is shared on the Win 10 computer. To do this, go to the printer properties on the Win 10 computer and check the box next to “Share this printer” in the Sharing tab.
   
2. Ensure that the printer is visible to other devices on the network. To do this, go to the printer properties on the Win 10 computer and check the box next to “List in the directory” in the Sharing tab.
   
3. Try disabling any firewalls or antivirus software temporarily on both the Win 10 and Win 11 computers to see if that resolves the issue.
   
4. Check if the printer is compatible with Windows 11. You can check the manufacturer’s website for the latest drivers and software for your printer.
   
5. Try connecting the printer to a different USB port on the Win 10 computer.
   
6. If none of the above steps work, you can try resetting the printer to its default settings and then setting it up again.
   

I hope one of these solutions works for you,

Fathia A