Open an Access data file on a network by using a UNC address

Microsoft Office Access 2003

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  • On the File menu, click Open Button image.
  • In the File name box, type the UNC address for the network share you want, and then press ENTER.

    For example, type \\Computer1\Files to open an Access data file on the Files share of the Computer1 server.

  • In the folder list, locate and open the Access data file you want.

    • ShowTip

    To open an Access data file on a network share you've recently opened by using a UNC address, click the arrow next to the File name box within the Open dialog box, and then click the UNC connection.

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