How To Map Network Drive Assigning Letter Automatically On Windows 11 10

If you want to avoid mapping problems, you can use a specific command option that will automatically assign a drive letter. This guide will teach you the steps to use Command Prompt to map a network drive without specifying a drive letter.

Map network drive assigning letter automatically on Windows 11, 10

To map a network drive on Windows 11 or 10 by assigning a drive letter automatically, use these steps: Once you complete the steps, the network drive will automatically map with the next available drive letter, and the command will let you know the letter the new map is using. In the command, the (*) is the option that allows the system to assign any drive letter that is not already in use. Remember to replace DEVICE-NAME-OR-IP and SHARED-FOLDER for the name of the computer name or IP address of the device hosting the shared folder and the name of the shared. For example, this command maps the ShareOne folder to the computer:

In the command, the (*) is the option that allows the system to assign any drive letter that is not already in use. Remember to replace DEVICE-NAME-OR-IP and SHARED-FOLDER for the name of the computer name or IP address of the device hosting the shared folder and the name of the shared. The PASSWORD and USERNAME have to be replaced with the credentials to authenticate with the remote device. The “persistent” option allows the folder to stay mapped after reboot. For example, this command maps the ShareOne folder providing the user credentials and making the mapping persistent:   Using the net use command, you can disconnect, make mapped network drives persistent, connect using different credentials, and more. Here you can learn more about how to use the map command on Windows 10. This guide focuses on Windows 10 and 11, but you can use the same command on Windows 8.1, Windows 7, and previous versions.  All content on this site is provided with no warranties, express or implied. Use any information at your own risk. Always backup of your device and files before making any changes. Privacy policy info.