Problem sharing files between 2 windows 7 computers?


  1. Posts : 9
    Windows 7 Ultimate x64
       #1

    Problem sharing files between 2 windows 7 computers?


    I have a windows 7 desktop computer that I am trying to setup to share folders with a windows 7 laptop. On the desktop computer I am able to share any folder, apart from those on the desktop (if I try and share these I get: “you do not have permission to access”). On the laptop the only place I am able to share folders is in C:\Users directory. If I try and share folders from any other location I get: “you do not have permission to access” I can’t understand this as I have setup folders share preferences to share with “Everyone” and have enabled full control with change , and read. I have disabled windows firewall and have no programs interfering with this. I have also disabled password requirements.
    Does anyone know how I can enable my laptop to share any folder and not just those in C:\Users directory?
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  2. Posts : 2,913
    Windows 7 Ultimate x64 SP1
       #2

    First, enable the firewall. That's not causing the problem. Now, are you using a homegroup or are you using a workgroup?
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  3. Posts : 9
    Windows 7 Ultimate x64
    Thread Starter
       #3

    I am using a homegroup
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  4. Posts : 15
    Microsoft Windows 7 Ultimate 64-bit SP1
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  5. Posts : 9
    Windows 7 Ultimate x64
    Thread Starter
       #5

    it has nothing to do with XP, as i said I still have problems between 2 windows 7 machines.
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  6. Posts : 2,913
    Windows 7 Ultimate x64 SP1
       #6

    Do your users have passwords? If not there's a modification that needs to be done to the local security policy. Let me know if you don't use passwords.

    Click your windows button on the keyboard and type "file sharing" - the first entry that pops up should be "Manage advanced sharing settings". Click on it, then verify the following settings:

    Under Home or Work (current profile)...
    Network discovery: on
    File and printer sharing: on
    Public folder sharing: on
    File sharing connections: 128 bit
    Password protected sharing: on
    HomeGroup connections: Use user accounts and passwords to connect

    Both computers should have the same file sharing settings.

    Personally I don't use HomeGroup. I prefer using a workgroup instead because I feel I have more control over the sharing process. You might want to try using a workgroup instead. I also recommend creating identical users/passwords on each computer. That way you can add a specific user to a share and not have to worry about connecting - the account already exists on the target computer. Plus, it's a lot more like using a domain controller/logon server than it is using a workgroup (when it comes to file/printer access based on a user profile).

    Now, where are the files being shared? Files can't be shared when they are in a person's profile directory (ie: My Documents).
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