Connection Refused on Windows XP Network Shares

There are two things you can try if connecting to a Windows XP machine gives this error.

Enable NetBIOS

1. Edit your Windows machine location on FileBrowser's homescreen.
2. Tap "Advanced Settings"
3. The "Enable NetBIOS" switch is at the top of the page
4. Tap back then press "Save"

Try connecting with the switch first OFF then ON because occasionally Windows XP requires FileBrowser to use the NetBIOS protocol.

Re-install File Sharing

Use the following steps to re-install Windows File and Printer Sharing.

1. Launch Control Panel, then "Network Connections".
2. Right-click on "Local Area Connection" and choose "Properties".
3. If "File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks" is listed, select it, then click Uninstall. Then click Close, right click on "Local Area Connection" again and choose Properties again.
4. Click "Install...".
5. In the popup window, Select "Service" and click "Add...".
6. The Window that pops up should have "File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks" listed. Select it and click OK.
7. Click Close.
8. Reboot your computer.