Files on network storage devices
Files on network storage devices
One of my computers is experiencing network problems. I can access it remotely, but connecting to the server for network drives seems to vanish. After uninstalling the IP stack and Microsoft networks client, I restarted the PC and managed to map a network drive, though it was only temporary. I was thinking about using a USB-to-USB connection, but the PC wouldn’t boot with that setup. I had to remove the USB cable. I’m hoping the issue was the cable, so I’ve ordered a replacement.
Your configuration looks set up correctly. PC 1 and PC 2 should maintain a consistent RDP connection. PC 1 can lose mapped drivers but still connect to the mapped drives on PC 2. You should be able to RDP or ping from either PC to the server. The server's operating system is available, and it seems you have a straightforward network setup without advanced DHCP or DC configurations.
This scenario appears to be unique to the single client discussed, though similar patterns might occur across other clients.
I can access the remote machine from my main computer, which is likely pc2. I’m able to send pings even when both PCs are disconnected from their network connections. All three devices share the same IP range, and pc2 runs Windows 10 while pc1 uses Windows 7. The server is a Windows Server 2019 instance. It seems pc2 can still view the network drives, but once they’re mapped, those connections drop. I’m sure I covered all your concerns. I also have DHCP enabled on the network, yet none of these PCs or the server are utilizing it. I generally use remote desktop for pc1.
Only one client, your main PC (pc2), works with the server, while your upstairs computer can also connect and view it.