Acronis Files Connect Software

3.95/5 (45 Reviews)

When Mac users try to access Windows file servers and NAS devices, they typically suffer from poor performance, data integrity issues, slow searches, and many other disruptive problems.

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Key Features of Acronis Files Connect

  • Acronis Files Connect (formerly ExtremeZ-IP) is a file sharing solution that solves compatibility issues between Mac and Windows environments.
  • By default, Macs use the AFP protocol and Windows uses SMB, which can lead to search delays, file corruption, and permission errors when Macs access Windows file servers.
  • This software allows the Windows Server to act as a native Apple Filing Protocol (AFP) server.
  • It ensures that Mac users can search the server content instantly using macOS Spotlight, which typically fails on standard Windows shares.
  • It also prevents the creation of "grey ghost" files and other metadata clutter.
  • Acronis Files Connect is an enterprise-grade tool essential for organizations with mixed OS fleets, particularly in creative industries where Macs are prevalent.

Technical Specifications

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Screenshot of Acronis Files Connect: Mac/Windows File Sharing