SMB Network Access Troubleshooting and Configuration
Budget: $25 – $50 USD
Consultant Assignment: Troubleshooting and Configuring Network Access to Shared Folder via SMB (SoftEther VPN and Local LAN)
Estimated Time: 1–3 hours (can be extended if necessary)
Assignment Description
We are looking for a technical consultant with experience in Windows networking, SMB/CIFS file sharing, and VPN troubleshooting to assist with the following:
Problem:
One Windows 11 client PC cannot access the shared folder \\NETWORK-PC\Sagsstyring
Error: Network path not found (0x80070035) – even though the machine is visible on the network and responds to ping
VPN (SoftEther) is not active in this case – both computers are connected to the same LAN
Additional info:
Other client PCs can access the shared folder without issues (e.g., Johnny's home desktop via VPN)
The shared folder is properly configured on NETWORK-PC (Windows Pro/Business)
File sharing and network discovery are enabled
Windows Defender Firewall has been temporarily disabled for testing
We have tried:
PING to host works (2ms round trip)
File sharing and network discovery are both enabled
Firewall disabled temporarily
Attempted login with and without credentials
Verified required services (e.g., Function Discovery Provider Host)
We need help with:
Troubleshooting SMB file sharing between Windows client and NETWORK-PC
Resolving issues with network path discovery, credentials, or access permissions
Ensuring shared folder access works internally (LAN) and via SoftEther VPN
Guidance on correct setup for Windows Defender/Firewall/SMB 2+ in this context
Desired Qualifications:
Experience with Windows peer-to-peer networking, SMB protocol
Familiarity with SoftEther VPN or similar client-side VPN setups
Skilled at troubleshooting logs, system services, network access, and credentials
Estimated Time: 1–3 hours (can be extended if necessary)
Assignment Description
We are looking for a technical consultant with experience in Windows networking, SMB/CIFS file sharing, and VPN troubleshooting to assist with the following:
Problem:
One Windows 11 client PC cannot access the shared folder \\NETWORK-PC\Sagsstyring
Error: Network path not found (0x80070035) – even though the machine is visible on the network and responds to ping
VPN (SoftEther) is not active in this case – both computers are connected to the same LAN
Additional info:
Other client PCs can access the shared folder without issues (e.g., Johnny's home desktop via VPN)
The shared folder is properly configured on NETWORK-PC (Windows Pro/Business)
File sharing and network discovery are enabled
Windows Defender Firewall has been temporarily disabled for testing
We have tried:
PING to host works (2ms round trip)
File sharing and network discovery are both enabled
Firewall disabled temporarily
Attempted login with and without credentials
Verified required services (e.g., Function Discovery Provider Host)
We need help with:
Troubleshooting SMB file sharing between Windows client and NETWORK-PC
Resolving issues with network path discovery, credentials, or access permissions
Ensuring shared folder access works internally (LAN) and via SoftEther VPN
Guidance on correct setup for Windows Defender/Firewall/SMB 2+ in this context
Desired Qualifications:
Experience with Windows peer-to-peer networking, SMB protocol
Familiarity with SoftEther VPN or similar client-side VPN setups
Skilled at troubleshooting logs, system services, network access, and credentials