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Old 05-04-2009, 09:15 AM   #1 (permalink)
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[SOLVED] Windows LAN

If I have a windows and a mac on the same network, and I make a folder shared on the windows pc, will I be able to access it on the mac?
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Old 05-04-2009, 10:03 AM   #2 (permalink)
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Re: Windows LAN

As long as they are configured properly.
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Re: Windows LAN

Well, ehh, I'm kinda new to mac, so what special configuration would I need?
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Well, ehh, I'm kinda new to mac, so what special configuration would I need?
Make sure the Windows folder is shared and you should be able to see this folder on the Mac with out a problem. Go to the network Icon in Finder and look for the Windows computer, you may need to enter the password to allow the share.
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