Are you getting Network Error 0x800704f8 on Windows 11 24H2? This error usually appears when trying to access shared folders, network drives, or NAS devices — and shows this message: br br “Network Error br Windows cannot access \DESKTOP\192.168... br Error code: 0x800704f8 br You can't access this shared folder because your organization's security policies block unauthenticated guest access.” br br This issue happens due to new Windows 11 24H2 security changes, where Microsoft: br 1️⃣ Enabled SMB signing by default to prevent network attacks. br 2️⃣ Disabled guest fallback, which blocks unsecured device connections. br br In this step-by-step video, you’ll learn how to: br ✅ Fix Network Error 0x800704f8 quickly and permanently br ✅ Restore access to shared folders and network drives br ✅ Enable or configure SMB guest access br ✅ Repair Windows 11 network issues after updates br ✅ Solve missing USB or optical drive issues caused by network settings br br 💻 Works on all editions — Windows 11 24H2, 23H2, 22H2 (Pro, Home, Enterprise, Education) br Compatible with HP, Dell, Lenovo, Asus, Acer, MSI, Toshiba, Samsung, and Microsoft Surface computers.