I had to reformat my PC drive and re-install Windows 10. How do I now reconnect MyCloud? Do I need to do a System Factory Restore i.e. start all over again or is there a simpler solution?
I always access the drive by simply typing the machine name in a file explorer address bar. No setup required.
OR you can map the MyCloud as a network drive. (google is your friend).
No need to do anything to the MyCloud itself. It will think of your new O/S install as a new machine connecting. . . and there is no real limit on connecting new machines.
If the My Cloud was previously connected to the local network and previously configured, then there is nothing more you need to do to the My Cloud. Just connect to the My Cloud as you normally do using Windows File Explorer. Map Shares as one would normally do in Windows. If you were using any WD software (WD Sync and or WD Smartware) those programs would need to be reinstalled.
Note that Microsoft may disable SMB1.0/CIFS support when you re-installed Windows 10 or when you updated Windows 10. If this is the case you may have trouble accessing the My Cloud. Re-enable SMB1.0/CIFS support.
How to Enable SMB 1.0/CIFS File Sharing Support on Windows 10
https://support-en.wd.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/4155
Also ensure the Windows Network Type is configured to Private and not Public.
