Samba
File sharing for Android is used to copy and paste data to Windows and other
SMB compatible computers on your local network. Requiring root but available
free from Google Play, you will also need Super user 2.3.6.2 or later installed
on your Android device. Installing this application is easy, and the results
are excellent. Being able to drag and drop data to and from a phone or tablet
without bothering with USB cables can save time and potentially free you to
send data to your Android from a completely different location. Providing
security options, the ability to add your device to a Windows workgroup, Samba
File sharing for Android also features a Wi-Fi white list, meaning that the app
will only connect to wireless hot spots that you have approved. All in all, this
is a security-conscious app that can deliver what it promises, granting
wireless data transfer with simplistic ease. Note that Samba File sharing for
Android is currently unsuitable for Android 4.1 Jelly Bean devices.
Assigning access to Samba
Before
launching Samba Network Fileshare, ensure that you have already installed Super
user (or Elite version) from Google Play. You will be asked to allow Super user
access for the app. Once granted, the app
will
be ready to use.
Setting
up your password
First
you need to configure security.
Open
the menu and select Settings> Password.
This
will unlock other settings.
Adding
workgroup
Star
configuring by a Username and Workgroup.
The
latter will need to match the one used on your computer’s network.
Right-click
the C:\ drive in Windows Explorer and select Properties to display the Workgroup
name.
Setting
up of NETBIOS
The
final step to configure for use on your local network is to assign a NETBIOS
name. You might find that the default option is enough for your purposes, but
if you plan to use Samba on multiple devices you’ll need another.
How
to enable File sharing in Samba
After
setting up the different names, go back to the main screen of the app, where
you will see the
legend:
Disabled – Not Running.
To
make the contents of your phone available to your local network, tap Enable.
Network
drive
You
should be able to browse the phone’s contents from your computer. Open Windows Explorer
and find your phone
In
the Network section (Organise> Layout>Navigation pane). Double click to
open and to view the Samba network credentials.
Browsing
When
the connection is established, you will be able to browse the contents of your
phone’s SD card remotely, as well as copy, paste and delete. With a fast wireless
network connection you will be able to enjoy all your files
stored
on your phone.
Other
settings
If
you have multi-user data storage then open
Settings>
Other Fileshare Settings and configure a Second Shared Folder
In that menu you can toggle whether Unix
extensions are recognised, and whether Samba is used as a file browser.
White
lists
Few
wireless networks are completely secure so avoiding unsecured networks will
prevent hackers ‘sniffing’ any data you move.
Using
the edit and enable options in Settings>Wifi White
List
you can determine safe wireless access points to use.
Gone
to sleep?
If
your phone goes to sleep, Wi-Fi is likely to be disconnected.
This
might cause problems with any open connection.
Using the Wake Locks options in Settings can
help. Enabling Wifi Wake Lock proves useful heavily impacts battery life.
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