Mount FDU DFS Network Shares on macOS

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FDU Network Share Mounter lets faculty and staff quickly connect to their FDU DFS network shares from the macOS menu bar. Once the shares are mounted, you can access them in Finder. Use the steps below to mount, unmount, or view your network shares.

Note

If you are off campus, connect to the FDU VPN before mounting your network shares.

  1. Locate the Network Share Mounter icon in the macOS menu bar
macOS menu bar showing the Network Share Mounter icon
Network Share Mounter menu bar icon
  1. Click the Network Share Mounter icon and select Mount Shares
Network Share Mounter menu with Mount Shares highlighted
  1. Click the Network Share Mounter icon and select Unmount Shares when you no longer need access
Network Share Mounter menu with Unmount Shares highlighted
  1. Click the Network Share Mounter icon and select Show Mounted Shares to open a Finder window displaying your network shares

Get Help

If you need help connecting to the FDU VPN or accessing your network shares, submit a request through SAMI Support.

Last Modified: July 22, 2026