WFWG Server Cannot Share Virtual Drives (89719)

MORE INFORMATION

The SUBST command allows you to specify a drive letter for a PATH, which enables easier access to programs and data files. In Windows for Workgroups, these virtual drives cannot be shared.

Steps to Reproduce Problem

1. Add the following commands to the AUTOEXEC.BAT file:

         SUBST X: C:\DOS
         SUBST Y: C:\WINDOWS
         SUBST Z: C:\ 
   						

   (The above directories are an example; you can use any directory.)
2. Add the following command to the CONFIG.SYS file:

         LASTDRIVE=Z
   						

3. Restart the computer, then start Windows for Workgroups.
4. From the Main Group, start File Manager. You should see drive icons for drive X, Y, and Z.
5. Choose the drive X icon.
6. From the File menu, choose Share As.
7. Choose the OK button.
8. The following error message appears:
   The specified drive letter or device is invalid. If you specified a drive, it may be past the value specified by the LASTDRIVE command in the CONFIG.SYS file.

Steps to Properly Share a Directory

To share the C:\WINDOWS directory properly, do the following:

1. Choose the drive C icon.
2. From the directory tree, select the C:\WINDOW directory.
3. From the File menu, choose Share As.
4. Choose the OK button.