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#MAC NETWORK DRIVE UBUNTU SOFTWARE#

Samba is the software package that allows you to share files, documents and printers across a network, irrespective of whether you are using Linux, Windows and Mac.

#MAC NETWORK DRIVE UBUNTU HOW TO#

Before we go on seeing how to set up Samba server for local network sharing in Ubuntu, let’s first have a quick look on what actually is Samba. Actually, we did use Samba in the previous part of this tutorial. To do this, we need to configure Samba server.

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Share the folders on local network in Ubuntu with password protection We’ll see that in the second part of the tutorial. This is where Samba server comes in picture. What if you want only certain people to access it? I mean, devices on your home network should be generally known devices. In normal condition, you should prefer this. This provides access to anyone on your local network to access these files. Now, you can access the shared folder in “This PC” or “My Computer” under “Network Location” section. Now you will see this screen, just click next.

Now add the location in the following manner: Entering Server Address In my case, IP address of Linux machine is 192.168.0.102 and folder I’ve shared is share. IP address of Linux machine by entering ip a command.

Now it’s time to enter server address and the name of folder which we’ve shared. Adding New ConnectionĬlick on “next” button. On Windows, right click on “This PC” or “My Computer”, and select “Add a new connection”. Now access the shared folder on Windows machine. To stop sharing a folder, just uncheck the Share this folder option. You’ll see that the folder icon have been changed to show that it has been shared. Option for guest access can be checked as well. You can also allow other users to edit the files in the shared folder. When you check the option of Share this folder, you’ll see option of Create Share available for you.

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Possible troubleshoot: If you are prompted about Sharing service not being installed, like in the screenshot below, just click on Install service and follow the instructions. Just check the option of Share this folder: When you click on Local Network Share, you will see the option of sharing the folder. Either log out and log in back or use the command below: nautilus -q Possible troubleshoot: If you do not see the option of Local Network Share in right click menu, open a terminal and use the following command to install nautlius-share: sudo apt-get install nautilus-share You’ll have to do some settings on both Windows and Ubuntu. Share folders on local network without password We’ll see both methods in this post and will let you decide which one you would prefer to use.

Password protect the folders for restricted access.

Share it for everyone’s access on local network, without password.

If you are using Ubuntu, there are two ways you can share your local files over the local network to access it from Windows or other Linux computers. One more thing to add, while we performed this tutorial on Ubuntu, this tutorial should be valid for any other Linux OS. And don’t worry it’s easy and takes only a little time. It’s one-time setup and then with some clicks you will be able to share files between Ubuntu and Windows or any other Linux system.

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There is a free utility I have used to verify my drives, it's called DriveDX and it's reporting capability is completely free.īefore formatting your drive, I highly suggest you take a look into these areas first.This is a complete tutorial to show you how to share folders over the local network between Windows and Ubuntu.ĭo you have multiple devices in your home? Do you have to use Flash Drive or SD card to transfer data from Ubuntu to another computer? Do you find it annoying? We know you do. Because we don’t want you to waste your precious time while you can transfer your files, documents, and other large stuff quickly and easily, over the local network. (Substitute x with your disk number most likely 0) Under OS X, you can get it by issuing the command: diskutil info diskx | grep SMART You will just make those bad sectors availble for writing again which can and will lead to data loss. It is also important to note that "formatting" a drive will not repair it. If it responds back with anything but "Verified" then your drive has a problem.

To properly determine if your drive has failed, you need get the SMART diagnostic info from the drive itself. You can format a drive in Ubuntu with the HFS+ format by using either gparted or by installing the hfsprogs package - use sudo apt-get install hfsprogs to install the program.Īs for the additional details in your post, it is concerning that you have determined through Google that your drive has failed.