File Explorer may not detect other devices or perform file sharing on the local network when running Windows 10 version 1803

Anonymous
2018-06-22T02:04:41+00:00

After installing the Windows 10 April 2018 Update (Windows 10 version 1803), File Explorer cannot connect to other devices running version 1803.  When clicking the Network tab in File Explorer, other devices on the home network running version 1803 do not appear, and thus I’m not able to perform file sharing or access files on other devices on my home network.

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Anonymous
2018-06-22T02:12:16+00:00

Microsoft is aware of reports that devices running Windows 10 version 1803 cannot connect to other devices on their home network and is investigating the issue.

You can resolve this problem by setting some services to Automatic (Delayed Start) and restarting Windows:

  1. Press the Windows Key and R at the same time to bring up the Run dialog.
  2. Type services.msc in the Run dialog and press Enter.
  3. For each of the following services, locate the service in list, right-click the service and select Properties.  Then set the Startup type to Automatic (Delayed Start) and select Apply.
    • Computer Browser (Browser)
    • Function Discovery Provider Host (FDPHost)
    • Function Discovery Resource Publication (FDResPub)
    • Network Connections (NetMan)
    • UPnP Device Host (UPnPHost)
    • Peer Name Resolution Protocol (PNRPSvc)
    • Peer Networking Grouping (P2PSvc)
    • Peer Networking Identity Manager (P2PIMSvc)
  4. Restart Windows.

Should you have any other concerns don't hesitate to post back.

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  1. Anonymous
    2018-06-23T00:40:23+00:00

    I can see the other PC on my network under Network on File Explorer but cannot connect to it. Any suggestions?

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  2. Anonymous
    2018-06-23T16:30:34+00:00

    After installing the "feature update" Windows 10 version 1803 on my laptop and trying the suggested workarounds, I still am unable to see other devices or perform file sharing and access files on my network.  What knucklehead at Microsoft made the decision to pull the plug on the home group...and why?  If it ain't broke don't fix it!

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  3. DaveM121 930.3K Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2018-06-22T07:03:30+00:00

    Hi Jestoni,

    In 1803, Microsoft removed the Homegroup functionality in that version from Windows 10, without any warning

    Click the link below for an alternative to Homegroup, written by Kapil

    https://www.kapilarya.com/homegroup-alternative...

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  4. Anonymous
    2018-06-22T02:11:39+00:00

    Hi Jestoni. I'm Greg, an installation specialist and 8 year Windows MVP, here to help you.

    What's working most for network detection issues caused by Version 1803 is here: https://windowsunplugged.blog/2018/03/27/networ...

    Go over these steps to make sure File Sharing is set up correctly: https://pureinfotech.com/setup-network-file-sha...

    There are Changes to file sharing over a network in Windows 10: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/409269...

    To troubleshoot sharing problems:

    https://www.lifewire.com/troubleshooting-window...

    https://windowsunplugged.blog/2018/03/27/networ...

    This is the latest fix that's working for Version 1803 breaking networks. Please try it and report back:

    • shut all computer and network gear down then start again.
    • Try browsing to some of the computers manually, press Windows key + R, type: \computername, hit Enter
    • Press Windows key + R

    Type: services.msc

    Hit Enter

    1. Start the "Function Discovery Provider Host" and "Function Discovery Resource Publication" services, and then set them to Automatic (Delayed Start).
    2. When you open Explorer Network, enable network discovery when you are prompted.

    If not then start over and set it up again: https://pureinfotech.com/setup-network-file-sha...

    If it still fails go over these troubleshooting steps:

    https://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/for...

    https://www.lifewire.com/troubleshooting-window...

    I hope this helps. Feel free to ask back any questions and let us know how it goes. I will keep working with you until it's resolved.

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