Connect to a computer or server by entering its address
1. In the Finder on your Mac, choose Go > Connect to Server.
2. Type the network address for the computer or server in the Server Address field.
For information about the correct format for network addresses, see Network address formats and protocols.
sample server URL
3. Click Connect.
4. Select how you want to connect to the Mac:
Guest: You can connect as a Guest user if the shared computer permits guest access.
Registered User: Connect to the other Mac using a valid login name and password. If “Only these users” is selected on the other Mac, make sure the login name you’re using is on the list of allowed users.
Using an Apple ID: Connect to the other Mac using an Apple ID. You must be set up in Users & Groups preferences with this Apple ID, on both this Mac and the other Mac.
5. If necessary, enter your user name and password, then select the server volumes or shared folders.
To make it easier to connect to the computer in the future, select “Remember this password in my keychain” to add your user name and password for the computer to your keychain.
