Symptom
Windows file sharing does not start when the computer is not connected to a network.
Solution
1. Make sure that the computer is connected to a network, such as an Ethernet network.
2. Turn on Windows File Sharing in the Sharing preference pane (Services tab).
3. If Windows File Sharing does not start, restart the computer.
If Windows File Sharing still does not start, there may be an issue with your network cable or other network hardware. Contact your network administrator for assistance if needed. For general network troubleshooting information, see technical document 106796, "
Mac OS X: Internet and Network Topics (Getting Connected, Troubleshooting)".