Workgroup replication must be enabled to create a connected workgroup environment. Enable workgroup replication from the publisher site before installing the subscriber sites.  
- Use Windows Explore to create a network shared folder. 
 
- In the navigation pane, select Workgroups. 
 
- Right-click and select Enabled Workgroup Replication. 
 
- Enter the path to the network shared folder. 
 
- Enter the user account setup to run replication. This account should have access to the network shared folder. 
 
- Enter and confirm the password for the replication account.