Find an HCS/shared drive file path

Instructions for finding a High Capacity Storage (HCS)/shared drive file path on Windows and macOS computers. Anyone already connected to the share on their device can find this file path.

Who is this available to

This service is available to University of Otago staff, students, and external users.

How do I find a High Capacity Storage (HCS)/shared drive file path

To find a High Capacity Storage (HCS)/shared drive file path:

Windows

1. Press Windows key + R or open the Start menu, then type in cmd /k net use and press Enter.
2. There will be a list produced with drive letters and file paths in it. Look for the letter which matches the letter assigned to the drive in Windows File Explorer. There should be a share path along the lines of \\storage.hcs-p01.otago.ac.nz\

macOS

1. Select the file or folder in the macOS X Finder.
2. On your keyboard, press Command + I ("i" key) or right click on the file or folder and click Get Info from the pop up menu.
3. Copy the path listed by "Server:"