This is what I want..!! Able to access pc files from my tv box..

Exactly like looking at my pc right? Wait.. Lan? Can I use samba over wifi? Sure can right?

Yes, it can be accessed over Wifi. However, for best results... Ethernet connection is recommended. How To. The ES File Explorer app comes in handy for searching for shared folders.

This post has been edited by voncrane: Jan 4 2016, 06:17 PM

Lol..

Ok.. ES file got.. now explore more on the function of my beast..

that's the point - access via wifi!

lan can be ethernet or wifi.

my God.. Was having wrong understanding on samba..

I only can view files/folders in my Minix VIA pc and not vice versa.. I also cannot access into my PC local drive via minix.. Haishhh..

I was thinking to access my local files in PC via minix.. I was thinking to stream my downloaded movies in local pc drive into minix..

Open sharing permission to "everyone"

Open sharing permission?

Tried that but after that my minix drive in local PC become disconnected.

Hi, I own a Samsung Smart TV actually and I saw your comments in this section.

All I need to do is just get a Netflix account and then I'm good to go on my TV without any extra stuffs?

Any catch that I should be aware of? Coz if my memory serves me well, Netflix is not available in M'sia, right?

Thanks for the insight btw and Sorry, a little new to this TV box thingy.

both ways, can.

usually, it is yr android accessing the files on pc attached drives.

the files accessed are then played by the android player->tv.

first, turn samba on android on (in settings). then go to pc to allow pc to be accessed (control panel, sharing...)

if necessary, just google to how to allow pc to be accessed. someone recently reported it is difficult with windows 10 which i find surprising becos doing that in vista and windows 8.1 is straightforward.

This post has been edited by AVFAN: Jan 5 2016, 02:12 PM

Successfully created drive in my pc > thus able to see files/folders stored in my tv box..

But when i try to search my pc local drive via tv box > tak jumpa pulak..

I was thinking something like tv box --> access my external HDD installed in my PC --> watch downloaded movies.

Nvrmind.. let me go thru all steps 1st before making final conclusion. I might missed out somewhere..

You must be doing something wrong then.... Samba allows both ways.. Sorry, but did you even visit the Google link I posted here previously? There's a post right in the first page of the results that outlines (with pictures) how to setup and access files within a shared folder in Windows. Accessing windows shared folders with ES file Explorer app is pretty straightforward afterwards.. No need to completely spoon feed ya.

Connect both pc & box to the same router, turn in network discovery, automatic setup & connect.. Turn on file & printer sharing... Navigate to desired folder on PC, properties... Enable sharing.. Advanced sharing... Password protection... Security.. Etc... Launch ES File Explorer on box, scan for Windows shared folders.. Select IP address of PC on home network.. Login if required.. Profit!!!

Yeah, you'll require a DNS service that supports Netflix.. Setup the TV or your router with said DNS.. Launch Netflix... Login.. Profit..

This post has been edited by voncrane: Jan 5 2016, 02:52 PM

Cool!

Thanks again, quite happy to have access to Netflix without those TV Boxes.

Could keep me occupied till sometime next year

yes, that is the objective, wireless. and that's what i have been talking about!

what app or feature on the android u use to access the pc?

i have not tried using es file explorer.

i have always use the device's native "media/search" option.

diff devices and diff brands may call it differently, but i m sure it is there.

Hahaha.. I visited your goggle link but then again I tak sabar punya orang.. Baru 1st part baca terus setup then later realized that I was doing it wrongly..

Later go back I want to re-try again step by step.. Confirm I can do it.. Profit..!!

Am using ES explorer.. that's why I said I must missed out something.. Search function option was there but I just ignored it.. Haiyaa

Let me go thru again..

You r welcome...

I'm running Windows 10 Home Edition and here's a screenshot of the settings you need to duplicate on your PC.



As you can see... Just need to enable options in "Advanced Sharing Center" & the Folder (you want shared) sharing properties. After doing the above...On the android end...
*Open ES File Explorer or any file explorer which supports such. But for this example, I'm using ES.
*Right side, under the Network Tab, Hit LAN....
*Then "Scan" on the bottom and wait for your PC (IP address) to be discovered on the network (Should be fast).
*Select the PC, login if required with your PC's username and password.
*If successful, you'll see something like below;



The rest I believe is self-explanatory... Stock TM router + Windows 10 PC + Nexus 10 (Wireless connection).

out of curiosity, i just tried using es file explorer.

same like native feature, it works too.

This post has been edited by AVFAN: Jan 5 2016, 04:24 PM

Precisely.... Since at least Windows XP (maybe even earlier), there has been native support for folder sharing over the home network. IMO, ES File Explorer is like the champion of file explorers in terms of pricing (Free) & features. So when people report that they can't access folders & files over their home network, usually there's a little hitch somewhere.

This post has been edited by voncrane: Jan 5 2016, 07:17 PM

Oh My God.. It works..!!!

Try using voncrane method but didn't work.. Thus I open my drive > properties > security > enabled full control > sharing > VOILA..!!!

Now I'm so happy with my box.. Time to find good repo for kodi pulak.. Wakakakaka

Currently am using stock orange unifi router which support 802.11n.. should I stick to it or replace..

Anyway, anybody here have apk file for changing metro layout launcher? Previously using hphtvlauncherex but after reset my box to factory setting all wiped off.. Now using stock metro launcher which is suxx bug time..

considering the cost of a new router vs the cost of all the other equipment whose performance depend on it, best to change.

u will see improvement in stability, max speed and wifi coverage.