Networking experts often use network mapping to create a topology where connected PCs share resources. It’s very convenient. Easy file sharing in a private network ensures absolute data privacy in that case.
But network mapping for OneDrive makes no sense. Why would you need a complicated mapping setup instead of a OneDrive Sync client?
Though if you are determined to know how to map OneDrive as Network Drive, I can help you with that.
So without wasting any further moments, let me describe the step-by-step process.
How to Map OneDrive For Business as Network Drive?
Even though Microsoft themselves brag that OneDrive network mapping is no longer a safe or reliable option, you might have already gotten used to it and don’t want to leave your comfort zone.
But the OneDrive Sync client offers more flexibility & advanced functionalities like Files On Demand than the old-school Network mapping drive option of OneDrive. The OneDrive Sync client is faster, safer, featureful, accessible, Informative & UI-rich also.
If that didn’t convince you, I’m pretty sure you aren’t looking for any suggestions. So forget what I suggested earlier & let’s dive into the setup process.
Here is the step-by-step process to add Sharepoint as a trusted site:
- Open Contol Panel by searching in Windows Search Box.
- Click on Network and Internet.
- Select Internet Options.
- Switch to the Security tab.
- Click on the Tick icon ✓ (trusted sites) from the box.
- Click on the Sites button below the box.
- Inset this URL “https://*.sharepoint.com” in the trusted site list.
- Close the window.
- Hit Apply, then OK.
- Open a browser and sign in to your Microsoft Account.
- Check Do not show this again box.
- Select Yes on Stay Signed in? Window.
- Navigate to the OneDrive homepage after signing in.
- Copy the page link and replace the last part of the link starting from “_layout…..” with “document” (follow the picture below to understand correctly)
- Open This PC.
- Click on Map network drive.
- Paste the custom link here.
- Click the Finish button.
You’ll see a network drive under your disk to access all OneDrive files, which will be synced as your edit.
Note: The Internet Explorer is no longer supported by Microsoft 365. So you can’t log in to your OneDrive in IE. Since this Network Map setting requires IE to log in to OneDrive business to work, you may not be able to complete this setup properly.
FAQs
Can I move OneDrive from SSD to HDD?
Yes, you can move your OneDrive data from SSD to HDD with the sync function. You just have to alter the location and turn on sync.
Can I access my OneDrive files without Internet?
OneDirve comes with a function called Files On Demand, which help user edit or modify a file even if the PC is offline.
Can I store files on OneDrive without syncing?
Yes, you can manually upload files to a OneDrive by dragging a file from its hard drive location to the OneDrive folder.
Is OneDrive for Business Unlimited?
No, each user can acquire 1TB of space at most. And an organization can have 5TB maximum cloud storage.
Conclusion
Resource sharing via a network is one of the best solutions for several computers. A connected topology network possesses the power of Network drive mapping. But modern OneDrive doesn’t need such a thing anymore. They provide a OneDrive sync client instead.
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