Accessing File Shares

Managed PC

Follow the directions below for PCs managed by CALS OIT:

1. Right-Click the start menu and select File Explorer or click the manila folder icon in the taskbar.
2. For Windows 10 Click This PC then select Computer at the top left of the window. For Windows 11 Click This PC then click the 3 dot menu. (see images below)
3. Choose Map a Network Drive.
4. Enter the address of the folder to which you would like to map.

   Note: Enter address in UNC format, i.e.:

   \\HostName\Sharename\FolderName

5. You may choose to ‘Reconnect at sign-in’ if you'd like the drive to remain mapped for your use on future logins.
6. Click Finish and you will find the new drive letter available under Computer

Windows 10

Windows 11

Personally Owned or Unmanaged PCs

For personally owned or unmanaged PCs, please follow the directions above and choose the option Connect using different credentials.  When prompted for credentials, use your full Cornell NetID email address and password.