Connect mac to file storage device (external, on local network)

[poqbum]

Hi

I'm new to mac. I have a MacBook- I've hooked it up to my local network like I did with my Windows PC. My windows PC, I could go to 'My Network' and find the Storage Device and connect to it.

On this Mac, I can not find that option. Please help!
Ask if you need any further information- I'll try and let you know as much as I can

Regards
- Paul

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after reinstalling O.S. - I found it real easy. Not sure what the problem was before
(listed under shared in Finder)

 

[FJ218700]

check your sidebar and your finder prefs

 

[LouisBlack]

Have you turned on file sharing in System Preferences under Sharing?

Also, what kind of storage device is it? If it's a Windows share, you'll have to make sure SMB sharing is turned on.