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ccozkaraca
Copper Contributor
Aug 18, 2026

Can't share a folder on a local network in Microsoft Windows Server 2025 STD

We have two Microsoft Windows Server 2025 Standard (Version 24H2, Build Number 26100.32995) servers in our Active Directory.

We can't share folders; it constantly asks for a username and password. We've tried every solution, but nothing worked. I found a similar thread, but the solutions there didn't work either.

topic : https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/answers/questions/5559013/opening-fire-share-on-2025-server-from-another-202

How can i solve this sharing problem ?

file shares and file sharing
servers

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  • maskwill's avatar
    maskwill
    Tin Contributor
    Aug 28, 2026

    Yes—Windows Server 2025 Standard supports local network folder sharing via SMB. If you cannot share/access a folder, check these first:

     

    Share the folder: Folder → Properties → Sharing → Advanced Sharing → Share this folder.

    Set permissions: Configure both Sharing and Security (NTFS) permissions.

    Enable firewall rule: Windows Defender Firewall → allow File and Printer Sharing (SMB-In). Server 2025 changed some legacy firewall behavior.

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    Test directly from another PC:

    \\SERVERNAME\ShareName

    If you get Access Denied, check SMB authentication/signing—Server 2025 has stronger SMB security defaults.