How to Turn On Home Sharing

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Launch the iTunes application on your Windows or Mac computer.

   To use Home Sharing across all devices, you must first enable the feature in iTunes.
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   Step 2: Click on “Help

   You must be running the latest version of iTunes to use Home Sharing.
   
   If using Mac OS X, click on “iTunes” and select “Check for updates.” ,, If you don’t have an existing Apple ID, click on “Don’t have an Apple ID?” and follow the on-screen instructions to create an ID.
   
   You must have an Apple ID to use Home Sharing across multiple devices. , Home Sharing will now be enabled in iTunes.
   
   To enable Home Sharing on other computers in your household, repeat steps #1 through #5 on each respective computer, for up to five computers.
   
   You can only use Home Sharing on computers that have iTunes installed., Home Sharing only works on devices connected to the same home network.
   
   For example, if enabling Home Sharing on an iPhone connected to Verizon’s cellular network, tap on “Settings,” tap on “Wi-Fi,” then select and log into your home Wi-Fi network. ,, The Home Sharing feature will now be enabled on your iOS device, and you can access your iTunes library. , Home Sharing will only work on your Apple TV if it’s connected to the same home network as your computer.
   
   To join your home network, use your remote to navigate to Settings > General > Network, then select the name of your Wi-Fi network. ,,,, Your iTunes library won’t show up if your computer is sleeping, powered off, or iTunes is closed.
   
   Move your mouse pointer to wake up your computer, or follow these steps to disable the automatic sleep feature in Windows or Mac OS X. , In some cases, failing to install the latest updates can interfere with Home Sharing in iTunes. , You will not have access to your iTunes library if signed in under a different Apple ID. , In some cases, your firewall settings can prevent you from establishing a connection with other computers on your home network.
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   Step 3: ” select “Check for updates

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   Step 4: ” then follow the on-screen instructions to apply any available updates.

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   Step 5: Click on “File” and select “Home Sharing.”

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   Step 6: Select “Turn on Home Sharing

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   Step 7: ” then enter your Apple ID and password.

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   Step 8: Click on “Turn on Home Sharing” again after entering your Apple ID and password.

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   Step 9: Verify that your iOS device is connected to the same home network as your computer.

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    Step 10: Tap on “Settings

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    Step 11: ” then tap on “Video.”

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    Step 12: Tap on “Home Sharing

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    Step 13: ” then enter the same Apple ID and password you entered in iTunes.

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    Step 14: Verify that your Apple TV is connected to the same home network to which your computer is connected.

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    Step 15: Use your remote to select “Settings

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    Step 16: ” then select “Computers.”

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    Step 17: Select “Turn On Home Sharing

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    Step 18: ” then enter your Apple ID and password.

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    Step 19: Select “Submit.” Home Sharing will now be enabled on your Apple TV

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    Step 20: and you can access your iTunes library.

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    Step 21: Verify your computer is awake if you are unable to access your iTunes library on other devices after enabling Home Sharing.

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    Step 22: Verify that your Windows or Mac computer has all the latest updates installed from Microsoft or Apple

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    Step 23: respectively.

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    Step 24: Make sure you’re using the same Apple ID in iTunes and across all devices when using Home Sharing.

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    Step 25: Try disabling any firewall settings on your computer if you experience problems using Home Sharing.

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