How to Mount a Network Drive on a Raspberry Pi
Mounting a network drive on a Raspberry Pi is a simple yet powerful way to share data between devices on the same network. By setting up a network share, you can access large files, manage backups, or streamline file transfers without needing an FTP server or external drives. This guide walks through the process using both Samba and NFS protocols, making it easy to mount drives from other devices, including another Raspberry Pi acting as a NAS.
The tutorial covers two methods for mounting a network drive: temporary mounting for quick, one-time access and permanent mounting for drives that need to be available after every reboot. For temporary use, the mount command does the trick with just a few inputs, while modifying the fstab file allows for automatic mounting on boot. Regardless of which option you choose, the process is straightforward, even for users unfamiliar with Linux commands.
By the end of the guide, you’ll have a network drive fully integrated into your Raspberry Pi system. This opens up possibilities like storing media files, backing up data, or expanding your Pi’s storage without the hassle of physical media. Whether you’re working on a DIY NAS or just looking for efficient file sharing, these steps make networked storage accessible and easy to manage.
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