Authentication settings

If you are connecting to a networked computer, in most cases you will need to provide the necessary credentials for accessing the network share. For example, this is possible when you select a backup storage. The Authentication Settings window appears automatically when you select a networked computer name.

If necessary, specify the user name and password, and then click Test connection. When the test is successfully passed, click Connect.

Troubleshooting

When you create a network share that you plan to use as a backup storage, ensure that at least one of the following conditions is met:

• Windows account has a password on the computer where the shared folder is located.

• Password-protected sharing is turned off in Windows.

  For example, in Windows 10, you can find this setting at Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center > Advanced sharing settings > Turn off password protected sharing.

  In Windows 11, you can access it at Settings > Network & internet > Advanced sharing settings.

Otherwise, you will not be able to connect to the shared folder.