Acronis Files Connect

AFP and SMB file access with Spotlight search

Publisher

Acronis

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About this software

Acronis Files Connect runs on Windows servers to give Mac and mobile users seamless access to Windows and NAS file shares. It presents SMB or AFP volumes to Macs, links Mac Spotlight to a server-side index for full-content searches, and supports DFS, Active Directory integration, and clustered deployments. Network Reshare enables access to remote SMB/NAS shares while built-in indexing provides near-real-time updates for search results.

Licenses & prices

Files connect multiserver

Supports Mac integration with multiple Windows or NAS file servers, central management across several servers and shares.

Files connect single school

Site-licensed for a single school, enabling Mac access to network file shares and server resources campus-wide.

Files connect single server

Designed for a single Windows or NAS file server, providing Mac file-sharing integration and metadata compatibility.

Purchase

Acronis Files Connect

Acronis Files Connect
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€27.00
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Benefits

  • Mac file access: Mount Windows and NAS shares as AFP or SMB volumes for Mac users.
  • Server-side Spotlight search: Link Mac Spotlight to a server-side index for full-content searches.
  • Real-time index updates: Continuously update search indexes to reflect recent file changes quickly.
  • DFS and AD integration: Integrate with Windows Active Directory and DFS namespaces for compatibility.
  • Mobile device access: Provide file access to iOS and Android mobile devices.

Available languages

  • English

Support information

  • Online product documentation: Detailed installation and administration guides are available on the Acronis support site.
  • Download installers and updates: Installer packages and product downloads are provided on the Acronis product page.
  • Upgrade policy: Upgrades require an active maintenance contract or a renewal, per Acronis documentation.
  • Licensing and ordering: Cluster Server and Enterprise License Program options are available through Acronis sales.
  • Technical support channels: Contact Acronis support or sales via the official website for technical assistance.

Frequently asked questions

What is Acronis Files Connect?
Acronis Files Connect is software that enables macOS and other clients to access and interact with corporate network file shares, improving cross-platform file sharing interoperability in mixed-OS environments.
How is Acronis Files Connect deployed within a network?
It is deployed on a server within the organization’s network to bridge file services and provide access to existing file storage systems, with administrators configuring access policies and server settings.
Does Acronis Files Connect support integration with directory services for authentication?
It supports integration with standard directory services so user identities and permissions can be managed centrally and applied to file access controls.
What administrative and monitoring capabilities does Acronis Files Connect provide?
Includes administrative tools for configuring shares and policies, monitoring client connections and access events, and generating logs to support troubleshooting and auditing.