Windows 10: Network Credentials are not allowing me to connect to the shared hard drive.

I can't access the shard folder on my network. Pop-up says... "you can't access this shared folder because your organization's security policies block unauthenticated guest access." I have attempted to changed password; not working.

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Connecting to Share Drive On VPN requires Credential Manager Resubmission of Network Credentials.

When trying to access the share drive, we get a message that it is not accessible.

We have to then go to windows credentials, click the drop down for "sessions", and edit our password. Once this is reset, we can hit the share.

This has to be done by us every time we connect to the VPN.

Is there some way I can get the credential manager to just save the network credentials to automatically connect?

Or how can I write a working Net Use script to run on start up to connect to the share drive automatically?

Thank you.

 

Credentials Needed to Access Computer over Private Network

Hello there,

I understand you're facing challenges accessing shared files and folders between your Windows 11 Pro and Windows 10 Pro computers on a private network. Sharing resources on a network can involve a bit of configuration, so let's work through some steps to help you out:

1. Create Matching Local User Accounts:
   
   • On both PCs, set up local user accounts with identical usernames and passwords.
     
   • Use these credentials when prompted while accessing shared resources.
     
2. Adjust Network Discovery and Sharing Settings:
   
   • Open the Settings app on both computers.
     
   • Navigate to "Network & Internet" > "Sharing" (Windows 11) or "Network & Sharing Center" > "Change advanced sharing settings" (Windows 10).
     
   • Make sure that network discovery and file and printer sharing are enabled.
     
3. Use "Connect using different credentials":
   
   • When asked for credentials, try "Connect using different credentials."
     
   • Format the username as COMPUTERNAME\USERNAME (e.g., PC1\John).
     
   • Enter the corresponding password.
     
4. Shared Folder Permissions:
   
   • On the Windows 10 computer, right-click the shared folder and choose "Properties."
     
   • Head to the "Sharing" tab, then click "Advanced Sharing."
     
   • Confirm that "Permissions" for Everyone or the specific user are set to "Full Control."
     
5. Windows Credentials:
   
   • Access Control Panel on the Windows 10 computer.
     
   • Go to "User Accounts" > "Credential Manager."
     
   • Under "Windows Credentials," add a new credential with the network path of the Windows 11 computer and the local account's username and password.
     
6. Windows 10 Local Group Policy:
   
   • Type "gpedit.msc" in the Run dialog on the Windows 10 computer.
     
   • Navigate to "Computer Configuration" > "Administrative Templates" > "System" > "Credentials Delegation."
     
   • Enable "Allow delegating saved credentials with NTLM-only server authentication."
     
   • Add "TERMSRV/*" to the policy.
     
7. Windows Defender Firewall:
   
   • Confirm that Windows Defender Firewall isn't blocking network sharing.
     
   • Double-check your network profile (Private/Public) and ensure sharing is allowed based on your profile settings.
     
8. Network Troubleshooter:
   
   • Run the Windows network troubleshooter on both computers to diagnose and address network-related issues.
     

Remember, maintain strong passwords for user accounts and follow good security practices. I hope this helps you resolve the sharing problem effectively.

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File Sharing and Network Credentials

File Sharing

I've read dozens of questions and answers on this topic and I still can't figure out how to fix my problem. I have two Windows 10 PCs connected to my home wifi network. I want to be able to use PC1 to see and use files on the hard drive of PC2. It seems
like it should be a simple matter of using the correct network and sharing settings, but it just doesn't work. I have no homegroup set up. On both PCs I have the following Advanced Sharing Settings:

Private (Current Profile):

Network Discovery ON

Automatic Setup of Network Connected Devices CHECKED

File and Printer Sharing ON

Allow Windows to Manage Homegroup Connections CHECKED

Guest of Public:

Network Discovery OFF

File and Printer Sharing OFF

All Networks:

Public Folder Sharing OFF

Media Streaming OFF

USE 128-Bit Encryption CHECKED

Password Protected Sharing OFF

When I try to use File Explorer to look at the files of either PC from the other, I receive a window requesting Network Credentials--a username and password. I have no idea what it wants. I want to do this without requiring any passwords. But, I wouldn't
mind so much if I had to enter credentials--I just have no idea what they are or how to set/change them. I've read several answers to similar questions in this forum that equate Network Credentials with WiFi log in information, which makes no sense to me.
I've tried using my Microsoft account log in information, which doesn't work. This is incredibly frustrating. All I want to do is access one PC from the other over a private home WiFi. Could anyone suggest what I'm doing wrong here? I'm glad to provide any
other information I have that you might need to help.