Goto network folders in Windows Explorer, by typing \\machine_name\share_folder . In the left pane of the window , you will find the folder name . Right clickon the folder and select Map Network Drive . Select ‘ Reconnect at Logon ‘ if you wish to automatically get connected to the network drive as soon as windows starts . From now onwards , you can access the network folder as if it were a local drive on your machine .

Understand Your Machine better :

To get information about your machine , go to

Start – > programs – > Accessories – > System tool – > System Information . This tool will provide you with information about the resources on your motherboard , the hardware components and drivers , and also about the software applications running on your machine .