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• How do I upload files to my Student Web folder on Windows?
• How do I upload files to my Student Web folder on macOS?

Answers

All students have the ability to upload files and make changes to their Web folder.

Windows Instructions
 

1. Open "File Explorer," and go to "This PC."
    
2. Select the “Computer" tab from the top left corner. Then, click "Map a network drive."
   
   
    
3. In the Map Network Drive window, type "\\uncwstudent.uncw.edu\www\your-UNCW-username" and click "Finish."
   Example: \\uncwstudent.uncw.edu\www\abc123
   
   
    
4. Your first time accessing the folder will require a sign-in. Enter your UNCW username (without the "@uncw.edu") and password. 

   TECH TIP: If you are unable to sign in, try entering your username in the following format: UNCW\your-username.  

5. To save files to your Web Folder, simply drag them into the folder, or copy and paste the files.

MacOS Instructions
 

1. In the Finder, click on the "Go" menu, and then "Connect to Server..."
   
   
    
2. Type in "smb://student.uncw.edu/www/your-UNCW-username" and click "Connect."
   Example: smb://student.uncw.edu/www/abc1234" 
   
   
    
3. Ensure "Registered User" is selected and authenticate with your UNCW username (without the "@uncw.edu") and password.

   TECH TIP: If you are unable to sign in, try entering your username in the following format: UNCW\your-username.  

4. To save files to your Web Folder, simply drag them into the folder, or copy and paste the files.
    

If you need further assistance, submit a service request or CHAT with TAC.