Moderate Severity
0x80070035 Error: Network Path Not Found
Error 0x80070035 means Windows cannot find the network path to a shared folder or network resource. This is a common networking error when trying to access files on another computer, NAS device, or network share. The issue is usually related to name resolution, network discovery, or SMB protocol settings.
Common Causes
- Network discovery is turned off
- SMB 1.0 protocol disabled (required for older devices)
- Windows Firewall blocking file sharing
- Incorrect network share path or name
- DNS or NetBIOS name resolution failure
- Network adapter misconfiguration
- Target computer is offline or unreachable
Symptoms
- Cannot access shared folders on other computers
- File Explorer shows network path not found
- Cannot map network drives
- Ping works but share access fails
- Network resources visible but inaccessible
How to Fix 0x80070035
- Enable Network Discovery in Network and Sharing Center
- Enable SMB 1.0 in Windows Features if connecting to older devices
- Allow File and Printer Sharing through Windows Firewall
- Use IP address instead of computer name to access the share
- Flush DNS cache and reset network adapter
- Verify the share name and permissions on the target computer
- Check that both computers are on the same network or subnet
What Is Error
Error code 0x80070035 is a Windows HRESULT error code that translates to "Network Path Not Found". HRESULT codes are hexadecimal values used throughout the Windows operating system to indicate specific error conditions. When you see this error, it means Windows or an application encountered the condition described above and could not continue the operation.
The error code format breaks down as follows: the leading 0x8 indicates a failure, the next digits identify the facility (the Windows subsystem that generated the error), and the remaining digits specify the exact error condition.
How Serious Is
Error 0x80070035 is not typically an emergency, but it will prevent certain operations from completing. You can continue using your computer for other tasks while troubleshooting. Work through the fixes below in order, starting with the simplest solutions.