Networks - Day to Day

How to re-create a drive mapping to a shared network folder if you've lost your drive mapping.

This is the same as step 2 of 'Setting Up - Networks'.

1. Go to the computer that has lost its drive mapping. Open Windows Explorer.
2. On the left hand side click on the + sign beside Windows Explorer. This will show the computers on the network.
3. Click on the + sign beside the computer with the Share created (as you did above). The Shares will appear as folders.
4. Right-click on the folder you wish to map the drive to. A pop-up menu will appear.
5. Left-click on Map Network Drive... Allocate the Drive letter. (e.g. Z)* Make sure 'Reconnect at logon' is ticked (if you wish to use the drive mapping next time you turn on your computer.)
6. Click OK.

TIP: When giving a computer name and share name, it is best to use 8 characters or less with no spaces. This allows older programs to refer directly to that Share without a drive mapping. It is best to allocate a letter mid-way or at the end of the alphabet for the following reason....

When new equipment is added to your computer

• A and B are always taken by floppies
• C is always taken by your Hard Drive
• D and following will be used for Hard Drive or Hard Drive partitions
• Following letters will be allocated for CDs, then Zip Drives, then Tape Drives.