You can FTP to a network drive. I have personally used this method multiple times to transfer files between my computer and a network drive. In order to do this, you will need to use a FTP client like FileZila for Windows or Cyberduck for Mac.
First, you need to make sure that the FTP service is enabled on your network drive. This can usually be done through the settings or configuration options on the device hosting the network drive. Once the FTP service is enabled, you can proceed with connecting to the network drive using FTP.
To connect, you will need the IP address of the network drive. This can usually be found in the network settings of the device hosting the drive. Once you have the IP address, open your FTP client and enter the following address in the connection field: ftp://ipaddress. Replace “ipaddress” with the actual IP address of your network drive.
After entering the FTP address, click on the “Connect” or “Go” button in your FTP client. The client will then attempt to establish a connection with the network drive. If the connection is successful, you will be prompted to enter your credentials to access the drive. This typically includes a username and password, which may be set up on the device hosting the drive.
Once you have successfully entered your credentials, you should be connected to the network drive via FTP. You can now browse the contents of the drive and transfer files to and from it. Most FTP clients provide a user-friendly interface for navigating through directories, selecting files, and initiating file transfers.
It’s worth mentioning that the specific steps and options may vary slightly depending on the FTP client you are using and the configuration of your network drive. However, the general process outlined above should apply in most cases.
FTP can be used to connect to a network drive by enabling the FTP service on the drive and using a FTP client to establish a connection using the IP address of the drive. Once connected, you can transfer files between your computer and the network drive.