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Network scan your workplace network. I wouldn't recommend it for a proper IT managed network, but this is clearly a much looser situation.
Install zenmap, and do a scan of the network. Look for a device that looks like a NAS, and then you'll be able to use its address to connect to it.
Manually connecting to it will depend on your file manager, but it's a quick google away once you find the NAS address.