Previous versions not available on file server share. But vss seems to be working

Solution 1:

We have several servers running VSS and had two instances where VSS just stopped working, and it was due to a snapshot gone wrong.

I would turn off VSS, format the partition, and turn it back on, and you will probably find it will work fine again.

Solution 2:

A little late to the party, but thought I'd add this in case it helps anyone.

Make sure TCP/IP Netbios Helper service is running. This enabled me to see the previous versions on the server.