No access to network drive despite release

Files can also be exchanged conveniently over the network. But what should you do if you are unable to access the network drive despite sharing? You can find the answer here.

No access to the network drive despite release - you can do that

1. Open the "Network and Sharing Center" from the Control Panel.
2. Click "Advanced Sharing Settings" on the left.
3. Make sure that "File and Print Sharing" is activated here.
4. Then go back to "Control Panel" and then "System".
5. Under Computer Name, Domain, and Workgroup Settings, click Change Settings.
6. Switch to the "Computer Name" tab and click on "Change" below. Make sure you are in the right work group.

This practical tip refers to Windows 7. In the next practical tip we will show you how to set up a network hard disk.