How to Disconnect a Mapped Network Drive
Start Regedit., Allow Admin Rights., Find the Registry Key., Delete Drive Letter., Log Out to Apply Settings.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Start Regedit.
Click Start
-> Run, or use the search feature. type in "regedit" and click OK or press enter , Click Yes if you are prompted for admin privileges , Once in the Registry Editor, use the folder tree on the left hand side to browse to: "Computer\HKey_Current_User\Network\" In this key you will find all of the settings for your mapped network drives , Right-click the key for the drive you no longer want and click Delete. , Log out of station and back in.
The drive should no longer be shown under Computer. -
Step 2: Allow Admin Rights.
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Step 3: Find the Registry Key.
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Step 4: Delete Drive Letter.
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Step 5: Log Out to Apply Settings.
Detailed Guide
Click Start
-> Run, or use the search feature. type in "regedit" and click OK or press enter , Click Yes if you are prompted for admin privileges , Once in the Registry Editor, use the folder tree on the left hand side to browse to: "Computer\HKey_Current_User\Network\" In this key you will find all of the settings for your mapped network drives , Right-click the key for the drive you no longer want and click Delete. , Log out of station and back in.
The drive should no longer be shown under Computer.
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