Question: How does one use Samsung Dex to connect Galazy Tab S8 to the PC like one does with the Samsung phones.
Objective is to make the office laptop redundant and do most of the work on the Tab and then synchronize the tab data to the laptop (Files etc..) so that the same can be put on the office NAS.
Further, is there any way files / data form the laptop can be accessed via the Samsung phones / tab so that the need for carrying the office Laptop is eliminated.
You can access files on your pc via smb and a supported file manager. The default file manager on tab s8 has a network manager option, just set the ip and it will connect to your smb share folder.
You can access files remotely via vpn if you are away from office/home.
Thanks Vangry. I tried the above, but was unable to connect to share folder of PC. Was able to connect the shared folder from another PC but not from the Tablet. Also tried Android SMB client like AndSMB.
The company IT team also tried and we used our office Linux machines to check SMB connects which worked but not the Tablet.
rsnfunky said:
Thanks Vangry. I tried the above, but was unable to connect to share folder of PC. Was able to connect the shared folder from another PC but not from the Tablet. Also tried Android SMB client like AndSMB.
The company IT team also tried and we used our office Linux machines to check SMB connects which worked but not the Tablet.
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Try FX file manager app from playstore. No issues connecting to Windows 11 PC via smb.
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I am using this application and i updated it and now i can't open my computer drive in it it says
path doesn't exist
anyone knows how to share the pc through this application ??
I forgot how I eventually got it working, but I do remember jumping from different SDKs really caused problems for the various remote sharing/samba apps. I finally gave up trying since I was bouncing back and forth from different builds that were based on different SDKs.
My suggestion, download Filezilla FTP Server (assuming you have a Windows PC). That will allow you to run an FTP server on your home computer/laptop/network. Install it. Then go to dyndns.org and sign up for a free account. THey will give you a free domain name (actually a subdomain, but that's fine). While at dyndns.org, make sure you get their DNS update program (it's free). It will regularly update your IP address and link it with your free domain name. Then from the market, get AndFTP. You'll then be able to FTP to your own computer, anytime and anywhere (as long as you're computer is on and awake). You won't have to have a wifi connection, it can be done anywhere you have a data connection on your phone. You won't have to be on your own network. It's all super easy to do, and you won't be bugged by these nagging problems when bouncing from different roms.
Hey has anyone found a known working set of software to connect to a WHS box? I've got a media server and I'd like to stream from it to my tablet when I'm around the house.
I've been able to successfully use ES File Explorer to view my network shared folder containing media files. The LAN tab allows you to specify the IP address and folder path of your shared folder.
I am sharing files from a machine running Vista Ultimate, but it should work with any Windows shared folder. I found it necessary to open up the following ports in my Windows firewall though:
137 - TCP Netbios name service
138 - TCP Netbios datagram service
139 - TCP Netbios session service
445 - TCP Active directory
Once I created a connection in ES File Explorer, I can easily navigate to my shared folder and access files. However, when I view .AVI files, they play for about 5 seconds, then I get a prompt stating that the media type cannot be streamed and it begins the process of transferring he file onto the gTablet.
Hope this helps.
Look at CIFS Manager in the market. Note you will need a kernel that supports CIFS (not sure if the stock ROM and/or TNTL do.)
Once you properly configure your CIFS mount, You can browse the folder with any file manager, play media, etc.
I have a Windows 2008 server housing all of my media. File shares to my G-Tab through CIFS just fine.
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Look at CIFS Manager in the market. Note you will need a kernel that supports CIFS (not sure if the stock ROM and/or TNTL do.)
Once you properly configure your CIFS mount, You can browse the folder with any file manager, play media, etc.
I have a Windows 2008 server housing all of my media. File shares to my G-Tab through CIFS just fine.
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this is the method I use.. just note that you'll likely need to mount by ip, not computer name.
TheKaz said:
this is the method I use.. just note that you'll likely need to mount by ip, not computer name.
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May largely depend on how your network is setup. Since I have Windows Server, It's also my DNS server for the home/office. Thus, name lookups work well for me.
I suspect most people are using their ISP's DNS, or other public DNS that of course won't know the names on the local network.
Thanks guys.
I'm primarily concerned with getting to stuff off my internal network. I didn't even look at the filexplorer network tab
I'll play with it some tonight and see what I can figure out.
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Note you will need a kernel that supports CIFS (not sure if the stock ROM and/or TNTL do.)
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TnTL works fine.
If you're using a hardware firewall to both serve out DHCP addresses and proxy DNS, they often are setup so that a DNS request for the name associated with one of the DHCP leases is returned by the proxy.
I'd be wary of opening up those ports on the internet, BTW
+1 ES File Explorer
I've been setting up "Subsonic" on my WHS box to use. I have the software loaded and setup on the server at this point, plus one of the PC's on my network. Works fine. Today will be testing the Android app on my G Tablet to see how that goes.
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Subsonic streams audio + builds playlists perfectly via Gtablet, will need to work on video...
I have been using Tversity on the server and uPnPlay on the Gtab. Works pretty good, but wanted to try out subsonic though.
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I've been setting up "Subsonic" on my WHS box to use. I have the software loaded and setup on the server at this point, plus one of the PC's on my network. Works fine. Today will be testing the Android app on my G Tablet to see how that goes.
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+1 for this setup. Been running for months with no problem. GTab, DX, & Nook. Very slick.
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+1 for this setup. Been running for months with no problem. GTab, DX, & Nook. Very slick.
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+2 Subsonic is a great program. Very well done on the Android. I use it locally and on the road.
I use ES File Explorer on my WHS all the time.
I don't know if this is a noobie question or not. And search wasn't very helpful.
Is there a way (or an app) to connect my NC to either my Mac Mini (or my PC) via my home wireless network (not USB) in order to transfer files back and forth??? .... hopefully a way to move files locally without using the Internet (i.e. dropbox or similar)
I'm running full CM7 (EMMC) on the NC and Snow Leopard on my Mini.
And since I'm helping other people with their NC's, does anyone know how to do this on a stock NC????
Not sure if this works for the Nook but try Samba Fileshare app from the Market. Allows you to connect via regular I.p. address. I use this with my phone.
Use ES File Explorer app. This allows you to see and manage all the files on your Nook, and on a networked computer and do ftp transfers as well. Lots of functionality apart from basic file transfers, stable and free.
Yes there is an app call WiFi file explorer it gives an ip address to enter in the browser and then you can send or download files. it works very well I use it in the evo 4G and nook color.
I use ES File Explorer if I am working on the NC but if I am working on the computer I start Samba Filesharring on the NC and do all the manipulation on the computer. It is easier that way since I can see all the thumbnails of pictures so I can select them nd just drag and drop.
+1 for Samba. The SD card just appears as a share on your Windows network and if you check the box to remember your credentials you just have to remember to wake the NC up before you try to connect to it.
Try Dropbox. Easy setup and works a treat.
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Not sure if this works for the Nook but try Samba Fileshare app from the Market. Allows you to connect via regular I.p. address. I use this with my phone.
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Yes! It works! I use it on my home network.
For mac users, its a pain to connect via usb, as mac osx does not support mtp connection.
Mac users who wish to mount your galaxy tab as a network drive via macfusion (http://macfusionapp.org/).
You can get the following app:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=berserker.android.apps.sshdroid
This app basically setup a ssh server on your tab.
Now i can stream music/video from my tab wirelessly to my mac, as well as access my files use any native mac osx application.. ie using Preview to look at pdfs.
PC users who wish to use this might want to look into how to mount remote ssh server as network drive. (http://dokan-dev.net/en/).. which i havent tried yet.
I would recommend SSHelper as well, at least it doesn't force you to enable ads.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.arachnoid.sshelper
What is the best app for Android to Windows 10 PC connectivity? MS Your Phone, AirDroid?
The features of Your Phone or AirDroid look fine but are there more robust ways to connect and work with my phone during the business day?
Are any of the TeamViewer products good at this?
Samsung Sidesync used to be good but the new version is very stripped down.
Have now switched to Dell Mobile Connect. Works very well, and has all features - notifications, mirroring, calling and texting, document drag and drop.
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samsung flow works good between my S3 tab, SB2 and GN9. give that a try.
Dell mobile connect is great. Phone companion is great as well.
You could also have a look at vysor.. works over wifi aswell as wired
But pro version needed for all features
I'm looking for a good PC <-> Android Sharing app too (mostly for sharing link, text, files etc) . I used to use Pushbullet but ever since they went "Pro" the free version is useless.
Try Your Phone Connection by Microsoft if you have a Windows PC
Vysor seems really cool, especially if can do over wifi
Is it the best of that type (literally an emulator of your phone in a window)?
Android File Transfer?
Simple & reliable.....
WiFi File transfer Pro. https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.smarterdroid.wififiletransferpro&hl=pl easy to use and i have this for long time now.
I Found an app called "Join" (by Joaoapps the Tasker app developer). So far seems very good...
Can I make calls with Note 9 and Your phone on Windows 10 with bluetooth dongle?
Dude2 said:
What is the best app for Android to Windows 10 PC connectivity? MS Your Phone, AirDroid?
The features of Your Phone or AirDroid look fine but are there more robust ways to connect and work with my phone during the business day?
Are any of the TeamViewer products good at this?
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My Phone Explorer is the best I've found
https://www.fjsoft.at/en/
I have an Airdroid subscription, but lately I use Join.
I havent seen any better app than KDE connect/GSConnect
I started using File Manager by Mobile Clean System Lab. I feel like I get a lot of ads on it, but I just BACK out of those.
With it, there's an option to start a FTP server, which I do. Prior to this, you have to have your Wi-Fi turned on, and connected to the same network as your Windows 10 PC. Then, on your Windows 10 PC, you navigate to your phone's IP address (preceded with "ftp://") to view your phone's folders (i.e. ftp://192.168.1.23:2211, where 2211 is the default port number). I still haven't figured out how to navigate to the MicroSD Card, and I'm not sure there is a way without root. Basically, though, you would use Windows Explorer to navigate to this window, and then open up another instance of Windows Explorer to Copy To/From files.
Mind you, this solution works for me, from home. Not sure how it would function within a business environment, considering you'd have less control over port access/firewall settings.