Remote USB Access Tutorial Using TeamViewer

Transferring data from one computer to another is very easy when you have a USB storage device, and it's even easier when you can access that memory remotely. TeamViewer is a simple solution that allows you to retrieve files from an external USB drive no matter where you are, whether in the office or in another city. The article below will share with you how to access USB remotely using TeamViewer.

Accessing USB Remotely with TeamViewer

Guide to Remote USB Access with TeamViewer

1. Setting up TeamViewer

Setting up TeamViewer is straightforward, assuming there are no technical hitches, you'll have a connection in about 5 minutes.

To access USB remotely with TeamViewer, download the latest version of TeamViewer to your computer from the provided link in the article.

- Download TeamViewer for Android
- Download TeamViewer for iPhone
- Download TeamViewer for PC

During setup, select Personal Use to utilize the free service.

Once TeamViewer is installed, open the software. At the bottom, you'll see a connection indicator. When this indicator turns green and the text Ready to connect (secure connection) appears, you are ready.

2. Utilizing TeamViewer's USB Sharing Feature

Now, with TeamViewer set up and running on the target computer, you need to install it on the device that will access the target device. If you intend to do this from another computer, repeat the installation steps above.

In this article, Mytour will connect via the TeamViewer app for Android. The process on the PC version is similar, but the user interface is slightly different.

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2.1. Accessing the Target Computer with TeamViewer

Once TeamViewer is installed on all devices, enter the Target computer ID in the Partner ID section. You can find that ID under Your ID in the TeamViewer window.

Before proceeding, note that you have 2 connection options. Select Remote control and you will have the ability to control the target computer to retrieve files. When you select File transfer, TeamViewer requests a password. You can find the password in the Password section in the TeamViewer window on the target computer.

Once you input the details, TeamViewer will connect to your target PC. Now, you can use TeamViewer to access your files on the USB drive.

2.2. Copying Files from the Target Computer Using TeamViewer

If connecting via mobile device, select the files on the target computer that you need. Then, return to the Android file system and choose the download location. On the phone, tap the numbered file icon at the top of the screen and select Copy selected files here.

If connecting via computer, you will see a file sharing screen displaying both your computer's file system and the target computer's. Navigate to the folder where you want to send and copy the data, then click the Send and Receive buttons to transfer files from this folder to another.

3. Setting Up TeamViewer for Future Use

For one-time use, TeamViewer is extremely useful, but for continuous use, you may find it a bit cumbersome. TeamViewer will retain the same ID each time you use it, but the password will be randomly generated. To make TeamViewer more convenient to use, you can set a personal password that you can always use or create a reliable account.

3.1. Setting a Personal Password in TeamViewer

To set a never-changing personal password, follow these steps:

Step 1: Go to the Password section on the target computer, click on the arrow button next to it, and select Set personal password.

Step 2: Below the Personal password (for unattended access) section, enter the password you want to use.

Now, you can use your personal password instead of the automatically generated one, no matter what the random password is.

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3.2. Creating a Trusted Account in TeamViewer

Creating an account is a good idea if you frequently use TeamViewer because each device you access will appear in the main list rather than a long ID string.

After creating an account, check the Grant easy access box. The app will notify you that your account has been granted easy access.

Now, log in to your account on other devices. If you connect to the target computer through the Computers & Contacts menu, you can select a connection without needing a password. Note that if you attempt to connect via ID, you will still need to enter a password.

Above is the complete guide on how to remotely access USB with TeamViewer. TeamViewer is an excellent tool for controlling USB devices remotely. By using TeamViewer's file transfer feature, you can quickly retrieve the files you need no matter where you are.