Connect Network Drive Dialog Box Doesn't List All Shares

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SYMPTOMS

In Windows for Workgroups, your computer name does not appear in the Connect Network Drive dialog box if you set up Windows for Workgroups using the /N switch (SETUP /N). This happens even if you are running in enhanced mode and can successfully share directories.

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CAUSE

Computer names do not appear in the Show Shared Directories list because they are running real mode redirectors.

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WORKAROUND

In the Path box, type the computer name in UNC format and choose the OK button:

\\ComputerName

The shares now appear on the list.

KBCategory: kbnetwork kbdisplay kbprb kbsetup
KBSubcategory: wfw wfwg

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APPLIES TO

Microsoft Windows for Workgroups 3.1

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KB90200

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