How Do I Access a Shared Drive in Linux?
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There are two very easy ways to access shared folders in Linux. The easiest way (in Gnome) is to press (ALT+F2) to bring up the run dialog and type smb:// followed by the IP address and the folder name.

How do I access a shared drive?

Click the Start menu. Click File Explorer. Click This PC in the left side shortcut menu. Click Computer > Map network drive > Map network drive to enter Mapping wizard.

How do I connect to a network drive in Linux?

Mapping a Network Drive on Linux

  1. Open the Nautilus graphical file browser through the “Applications” menu, or from a terminal window type nautilus –browser, then press Enter.
  2. Click the Go menu, then click Enter Location…
  3. In the pop-up box, enter yourNetID, Domain(grove.ad.uconn.edu) and NetID password. Then press Enter.
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