I recently upgraded my server from 2016 to 2025, and now I'm facing slow search performance on our network shared drive. The client computers are running either Windows 10 or 11. I remember having a similar issue with the old server, which I fixed by ensuring indexing was enabled. However, this time it hasn't helped. Searching directly on the server is quick, indicating the index is functioning, but searches initiated from client devices are quite slow. What steps should I take to improve this situation?
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For searching, are you using the built-in File Explorer? It's known to be quite slow. A tool like SearchMyFiles can provide better results—though it might be a bit complex for those who aren't tech-savvy.
You might want to check your DNS settings as well. Sometimes DNS can really slow things down. Make sure everything is configured properly!
Have you made sure that the Windows Search (WSearch) service is running on your server? That could be affecting the performance of searches from client machines.
What version of SMB are you using? Enabling SMB signing or forcing SMB version 3 can sometimes improve file access speeds. Also, remember to check if your share path is included in the indexing options.
It's definitely worth checking the SMB version you're utilizing. Sometimes, adjusting settings around SMB signing or forcing it to version 3 can make a significant difference.
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