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Access SMB network share with Files app?

Hi all,


When I'm on my wifi network at work, I can access my Windows Server network shares with my iMac without a problem. Is there any way to access those same shares using the Files app on my iPad with iOS 11? How would I set this up?


Thanks!

iPad Air 2 Wi-Fi, iOS 11

Posted on Sep 28, 2017 2:00 PM

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Posted on Sep 28, 2017 3:47 PM

Hi. I don't think so. The Files app seems focused on cloud servers, supported by apps on the iPad.

I use two apps that can access SMB shares. One is FileExplorer Pro. The other is GoodReader, which is much more than just a PDF reader. They both have websites where you can learn more: https://www.skyjos.com/fileexplorer/ and http://goodreader.com/index.html.

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Sep 28, 2017 3:47 PM in response to Nishkabob

Hi. I don't think so. The Files app seems focused on cloud servers, supported by apps on the iPad.

I use two apps that can access SMB shares. One is FileExplorer Pro. The other is GoodReader, which is much more than just a PDF reader. They both have websites where you can learn more: https://www.skyjos.com/fileexplorer/ and http://goodreader.com/index.html.

Access SMB network share with Files app?

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