Helpful Guidelines to Fix Homegroup Error “0x80070035” Network Path Was Not Found

It is very easy to transfer pictures, files, folder and documents from one computer to another with the help of secure networking. However, if you get any error while transferring the files, then it is very difficult to fix such problem. “080070035” Network path not found is one of those Windows errors that might occur when you transfer files from one PC to another. If you are facing the same error on your Windows machine, then read the article to understand it and learn the helpful guidelines to fix the issue.

Causes 

The error “0x80070035” Network Path Not Found in homegroup computers mostly occurs due to improper settings of Windows system files in the operating system. However, there are multiple causes of the problem, and a few of them are mentioned below:

• If ‘Windows Firewall’ settings have been changed.
• Network sharing files are either not working correctly or missing.
• Computer devices are not communicating with each other. 
• Internet connections between computer devices on the network are not working properly.
• Wrong ‘IP’ address may lead to the problem.
• Windows might show you the problem if ‘NetBIOS’ over ‘TCP IP’ is not enabled.

Troubleshoot Method One: Open the ‘HomeGroup’ Troubleshooter

If you are facing problem in viewing shared files or computers in your homegroup, then you can easily troubleshoot the error “0x80070035” with the help of ‘HomeGroup’ troubleshooter utility tool. It will help you check and ensure that different network services on your computers are running correctly, and your device is a member of the homegroup. 

Read the below guidelines to open the ‘HomeGroup’ troubleshooter:

1. Go to the ‘Start button.’
2. Then click on ‘Control Panel.’
3. Type ‘troubleshooter’ in the search box.
4. Then click ‘Troubleshhoting.’
5. Click ‘View all’ in the left pane.
6. Then click ‘HomeGroup’ and follow on-screen instructions.

Troubleshoot Method Two:

If you are not able to resolve the problem with the help of Homegroup” troubleshooting tool then probably your security software or firewall settings might be causing the error. You can reset your firewall settings or disable security software on the temporary basis to check the issue that you are facing.  Below are the guidelines for the same.

A)    Disable Security Software

1. Restart your machine and log on as an ‘Administrator.’
2. Go to the ‘Start menu.’
3. Click on the ‘Control panel.’
4. Then under the ‘System and Security’ tab click on ‘Review your computer status.’
5. Now press the ‘Arrow button’ that shows next to ‘Security.’
6. Expand the section.
7. If the antivirus gets detected by your Windows, then it will be shown under ‘Virus protection.’
8. Turn off the security software with the help of instructions that come with security software.

You can easily turn off the security on your own with the help of its available guidelines. If you are facing any problem in disabling the security software, then you can call online technical support companies for help.

B)    Restore the Firewall to Default

1. Go to the ‘Start’ menu.
2. Then click on the ‘Control Panel.’
3. Now type ‘Firewall’ in the search box.
4. Now click on ‘Windows Firewall.’
5. Now you have to click ‘Restore defaults’ in the left pane.
6. A new dialog box will appear on the Windows screen.
7. Click ‘Restore defaults’ and press ‘Yes’ for confirmation.

Troubleshoot Method Three:

Restoring Windows firewall settings to default and disabling security software might have fixed the problem. If the problem prevails, then probably your system ‘NetBIOS’ over ‘TCP IP’ is not enabled, and it is a networking issue. Networking requires specialized troubleshooting. If you are an advanced computer user, then you can fix the issue on your own with the help of below-mentioned guidelines. It is advisable not to make any changes in the network setting if you are a new computer user. You should call a computer support company that provides online technical support for networking. Tech support experts will access your computer and check all the network settings of your machines.

1. Go to the ‘Start menu.’
2. Now type ‘ncpa.cpl’ I the search box.
3. Then click on ‘Network’ then ‘Network and Sharing Center.’
4. Now choose ‘Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4).’
5. Under the ‘General tab’ click the ‘Advanced button.'
6. Now click ‘WINS’ tab.
7. Then click on ‘Enable NetBIOS over TCP/IP.’
8. Press ‘OK.’
9. Exit the settings.

Restart your computer after applying the changes and check if the issue got fixed or not. In case you continue facing the error then, it might be possible that your network sharing settings are not working properly. It gets very difficult to find out the cause of such a complex issue. In this case, it’s better if you can call computer support companies for online tech support help.

Conclusion

“0x80070035” network path not found is a common networking error, and it might occur due multiple reasons. You might face the problem if your system ‘NetBIOS’ over ‘TCP IP’ is not enabled, inappropriate firewall settings, wrong IP address and many more. If you are unable to fix the problem on your own with the help of above-mentioned troubleshooting steps, then you can call online technical support firms for instant help.