Enable SMB 1.0 / CIFS File Sharing Support using Command Prompt & Windows PowerShell

SMB 1 allows resource sharing over a network using the SMB Protocol. Enabling SMB 1 is not recommended due to its security vulnerabilities. It is available on most Windows editions except Windows 11 SE. To enable SMB 1 using Command Prompt, run the command "dism /online /enable-feature /featurename:SMB1Protocol /all /norestart" as an administrator. Using Windows PowerShell, execute "Enable-WindowsOptionalFeature -Online -FeatureName SMB1Protocol -All -NoRestart" as an administrator. Both methods require elevated permissions. The system will enable SMB 1 and display a success message. SMB 1 is an outdated protocol and is more prone to attacks. It is advisable to use SMB 2.0 or SMB 3.0 for improved security and performance. If enabling SMB 1 is necessary, consider the potential security risks and take appropriate precautions. The article also provides a video walkthrough for enabling SMB 1 using CMD and PowerShell. If you encounter any issues while enabling SMB 1, refer to the comment section for assistance. For more information on Command Prompt and PowerShell, visit Winsides.com.