Map Network Share on Windows

Summary

This document details how to map a network share/share drive on Windows.

Body

Mapping Network Share

1. Open File Explorer.

2. In File Explorer:

        1. Select "This PC" on the left side task bar.

        2. Select "Computer" at the top of the window.

screenshot of file explorer with computer circled

3. In the following screen:

        1. Enter the desired file path. For example: \\fpsa\compserv$\

        2. Assign the desired letter.

file explorer with map network drive circled

4. After filing in the folder and drive:

        1. Select "Reconnect at logon."

        2. Select "Finish."

4. After filing in the folder and drive:

        1. Select "Reconnect at logon."

        2. Select "Finish."

screenshot of map network drive with reconnect at logon circled

5. After this the drive will appear in your list of mapped drives.


Error Message

If you receive this error message, the file path is incorrect or you do not have access to the share:

screenshot of error message


Mapping Home Directories

If you are mapping your home directory (M drive), use the following paths: 

Staff: \\fpsa\u\username

***NOTE: The singular "u" is the first letter of your last name.***

Student workers: \\fpsa\studentworkers$\username

Students: \\fpsb\u\username

***NOTE: The singular "u" is the first letter of your last name.***

Details

Details

Article ID: 4080
Created
Tue 6/17/25 5:08 PM
Modified
Tue 6/17/25 5:08 PM
Article Visibility
Indicates the minimum user access level required to view this article based on sign-in status.

Note: This setting does not enforce access restrictions. It is used for informational purposes only. 'External (Public)' should be used as the default unless the article is intentionally limited.
External (Public)
Article Summary
The Article Summary field allows you to specify a custom synopsis for use when this article is being displayed in a list and the full body is not being shown. This field is the same as the Article Summary.
This document details how to map a network share/share drive on Windows.