The following instructions will guide employees through the process of mapping a network drive, whether they are physically on campus or connected remotely through EagleApps.
Mapping a network drive creates a shortcut to a shared folder on the campus network, allowing easy access to shared resources. Once mapped, the network drive appears in File Explorer similar to a local drive (e.g., C:, D:, E:), making it accessible as if it were stored directly on your computer.
Map a network drive to get to it from File Explorer in Windows without having to look for it or type its network address each time.
1. Open File Explorer from the taskbar or the Start menu, or press the Windows logo key + E.
2. Select This PC from the left pane. Review if the folder you are seeking is already present; if not, then proceed to select Map network drive.
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Note: If you do not see the Map network drive, expand the ribbon on the top right corner as shown above.
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3. In the Drive list, select a drive letter.
4. In the Folder box, type the path of the folder or computer, or select Browse to find the folder or computer. To connect every time you log on to your PC, select the Reconnect at the sign-in check box.
Common Folder Path Examples
- Common Drive folder paths (e.g., \\fs-2\Common)
- M drive folder path, note: use your username (e.g., \\fs-1\home\johnsmith1 )
5. Select Finish.
| Note: If you can't connect to a network drive or folder, the computer you're trying to connect to might be turned off, or you might not have the correct permissions. Try contacting your network administrator. |