Re: Chuck, Help! File sharing network issue

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On Sun, 18 Feb 2007 08:30:00 -0800, c3k <c3k@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:

Chuck,

I've done as you suggested and disabled the un-needed protocols on
carolyncomputer, then I ran browstat on all 3 computers. The outputs from
browstat status are included, below, at the end of this message.

You wrote that carolyncomputer had 2 extra protocals, IPX/SPX and NetBEUI. I
only found, and uninstalled NWLink IPX/SPX/NetBios. There was another NWLink
IPX/SPX listed, but the uninstall option for that was greyed out. After I
uninstalled the NWLink IPX/SPX/NetBios, the OTHER NWLink was no longer listed.

Additionally, following the links on your (excellent!) PChuck website, I dug
into my NetBIOS settings. All 3 computers have NetBIOS set to "Default". I
did not change that because I felt that troubleshooting should be done one
step at a time. :) However, I include that information in case it has a
bearing on the lack of filesharing access.

Finally, I am once again being called away for a couple of days. I'll check
back up on Tuesday. I really appreciate the help you are providing. Thank you.

Regards,
Ken

Ken,

NetBT set to "Default" is appropriate on a LAN with a real DHCP server (not a
NAT router). With a NAT router, set it to "Enable", or configure the firewall
properly. And be consistent!
<http://nitecruzr.blogspot.com/2006/04/netbios-over-tcpip.html>
http://nitecruzr.blogspot.com/2006/04/netbios-over-tcpip.html

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Cheers,
Chuck, MS-MVP [Windows - Networking]
http://nitecruzr.blogspot.com/
Paranoia is not a problem, when it's a normal response from experience.
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