Connect MAG Home Media to an authorised SMB share

Ask the owner for the share details

This task assumes an existing compatible share on a trusted local network and permission to access it. Use the host address and share name supplied by the owner. The server folder is the share’s published name, which can differ from the full filesystem path used by the computer. Choose a recognisable local label for the receiver.

For example, the owner may name the shared folder FamilyClips, while you label it Living-room clips on the receiver. The first identifies the server resource and the second identifies its shortcut. Use the assigned share account if the server requests one. Keep its credentials separate from your IPTV portal login.

Open or connect the exact share

1. In the Embedded portal, open Main menu > Home Media > Network. If the expected share is visible, try that entry first.
2. For an authorised share that needs a manual connection, use the remote’s Menu, find Tools and choose Connect NFS/SMB.
3. Fill in Server Address, Server folder and Local folder. Select SMB and use the credentials assigned by the owner.
4. After connecting, open the mounted shortcut at the top level of Home Media and check one permitted file.

Check discovery, authentication and playback separately

A server can be reachable even when discovery does not list it. A credential rejection or share error calls for confirmation of the host, share name and account with its owner. If the shortcut opens and one file fails, compare a known supported file in the same share before changing the connection. The documented Edit share control can correct an existing entry when the owner changes its details.

If the receiver and share lack a compatible configuration under the owner’s existing access policy, ask for a supported file-delivery route, such as a compatible local drive. Keep the share private and give support the model, failing stage and error without posting addresses, passwords or directory contents.