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Connecting a Windows 10 computer to a Mac and sharing files over a network can be a challenging process. This article discusses how to connect your Mac and Windows 10 PC to share files through a network.
Connect Your Windows PC to Your Mac
First, make sure that both the Mac and Windows 10 PC are connected to the same network. Next, follow the below steps:
- Open the command prompt app by clicking Cortana and typing “Command Prompt” on your Windows 10 PC. Maximize the screen to see everything clearly.
- Type “ipconfig” and press Return.
- Find your IP address, which will be marked as an IPv4 address and located under either “Ethernet adapter” or “Wireless LAN Adapter Wi-Fi”, depending on your device. The IP address will be in the format of four sets of numbers (e.g., 192.168.0.20).
- On your Mac, press Command + K
- Enter “smb://your IP address” and press Return. (e.g., smb://192.168.0.20).
- Click “Registered User” and log in to the Windows 10 PC with either your Microsoft account and password or with your user ID and password.
After these steps, your Mac should now be connected to your Windows 10 PC, and you will be able to copy files to and from the Windows machine from your Mac.
Sharing Between Windows and Mac
You can share files between these two systems by following the below steps:
- Open a Finder window on your Mac.
- You will see the SMB share marked as the IP address in “Shared” in the sidebar. Click on it, then click on “Users” and your username. Here you will find all the files on your Windows PC.
Now you can copy files from your Windows machine to your Mac.
Additional Information:
- You can use AirDrop to find nearby Macs in Mac OS.
- Windows customers use workgroups to connect machines together.
- You can always try restarting your PC or reinstalling your network settings if you’re experiencing any initial connection issues.
FAQs
1. Despite following the steps, my Mac won’t connect to my Windows PC. What shall I do?
If you have difficulty connecting your Mac to your Windows 10 PC, try restarting your devices and follow the steps above again. You can also try reinstalling your network settings to resolve any initial connection issues.
2. Can I connect multiple Windows PCs to my Mac?
Yes, you can connect multiple Windows 10 PCs to a single Mac to share files over a network.