we are currently running a nt ver4(expansion pack 4)server with 8 98se workstations. we are using netbeui for peer to peer, we use tcp/ip for print sharing and other things. Occasionaly we will lose the network drives.and get the message domain server is not available. I have pinged and got a reponse from the server when this happens. does anyone have a suggestion
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ghostrider3
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Are you using a the server as a pdc, so a domain controller, or are you using it in a peer to peer network??
IT sounds like a master browser problem.
But will need the information.
I would definately ditch netbeui and use tcp-ip.
IT sounds like a master browser problem.
But will need the information.
I would definately ditch netbeui and use tcp-ip.
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What's pdc we are using it for peer to peer and print and file sharing we have a lan to our other locations but we are not using that very much right now.
how would I go about ditching netbeui and just using tcp/ip.
that was one of the options I have been considering
how would I go about ditching netbeui and just using tcp/ip.
that was one of the options I have been considering
ghostrider3
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to remove netbeui on the server right click network neighbourhood and choose properties.
then click protocols, click on netbeui and the remove.
for the 98 machines, again right click on the network neighbourhood, and choose properties, or you can use network icon in control panel
netbeui will ne an option in the box. just click it and remove.
A pdc is a primary domain controller, if you have a domain model network.
hope this helps
then click protocols, click on netbeui and the remove.
for the 98 machines, again right click on the network neighbourhood, and choose properties, or you can use network icon in control panel
netbeui will ne an option in the box. just click it and remove.
A pdc is a primary domain controller, if you have a domain model network.
hope this helps
ghostrider3
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how is the server configured?
if you right click network neightbourhood on the server and then properties, what does it say for computer name and domain?
if you right click network neightbourhood on the server and then properties, what does it say for computer name and domain?
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It says computer name: Talleys domain:talleys_phx.
I can handle removing the netbuei but as its set up now when u do that u cant see the network(virtual)drives.I need to know what to do so that we can remove the netbeui and still be able to see all the drives(assumably by using tcp/ip)
I can handle removing the netbuei but as its set up now when u do that u cant see the network(virtual)drives.I need to know what to do so that we can remove the netbeui and still be able to see all the drives(assumably by using tcp/ip)
ghostrider3
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the server is configured as a domain server (PDC) Primary Domain Controller.
you can have a domain and a workgroup work together.
but it sounds like you don`t have accounts set up when accessing the server so it will not let you access server shares.
remove tcp/ip then, and use netbeui.
IF you don`t need access to the internet, and you don`t go through a router, you don`t need tcp-ip.
use netbeui
that will not solve the share problem though
if the server is a pdc, then use a domain model rather than a workgroup model
you can set up accounts on the domain using accounts manager in the admin tools on the start menu.
to set up the win98, use the network properties in the control panel, and tell then to log onto domain.
you can have a domain and a workgroup work together.
but it sounds like you don`t have accounts set up when accessing the server so it will not let you access server shares.
remove tcp/ip then, and use netbeui.
IF you don`t need access to the internet, and you don`t go through a router, you don`t need tcp-ip.
use netbeui
that will not solve the share problem though
if the server is a pdc, then use a domain model rather than a workgroup model
you can set up accounts on the domain using accounts manager in the admin tools on the start menu.
to set up the win98, use the network properties in the control panel, and tell then to log onto domain.
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First: Ditch Netbeui. It is a broadcast network protocal. It keeps your network busy with useless traffic.
If you remove netbeui and go with TCP/IP you will still be able to see network drives on the server. If you have authentication setup correctly then they will be available to the appropriate users.
Ghostrider3 is correct in the method to remove the netbeui. You will also remove netbeui from each Win98 machine too. It is also a good idea, whenever removing or adding services in NT, is to re-apply the latest service pack.
Is your server running DHCP or is another device? If not, you should setup the server to do so. I can email detail instructions on how to setup a DHCP server. But here is a simple version.
"Before any operations please backup, backup, backup. I take no responsibility for any problems you or anyone might have following these instructions. They have worked for me and many others, but I make no guarentee's."
1. Right Click "Network Neighborhood"
2. Select "Properties"
3. Click the "Services" tab
4. Click the "Add" button
5. Choose "Microsoft DHCP Server"
6. Make sure the above is highlighted and you have your NT Server CD available.
7. Click "OK" button
8. Follow the instructions
9. Re-Apply the Service Pack.
10.Restart
The setup the DHCP server. If you need instructions please respond to this post.
With a DHCP server running. All of your machines can be assigned an IP address and other info through your PDC. Each client machine will need to be setup with TCP/IP.
1. Right Click "Network Neighborhood"
2. Select "Properties"
3. Click the "Add" button
4. Highlight "Protocal"
5. Click "Add"
6. Select "Microsoft" in the "Manufactures" area
7. Scroll in the "Network Protocals" area until you see "TCP/IP".
8. Select "TCP/IP"
9. Click "OK"
10.Follow the instructions.
Three things need to be in your Win 98 clients network protocals.
1. "Client for Microsoft Networks"
2. "Network Adapter" (Whatever brand you use)
3. "TCP/IP"
This will allow TCP/IP to function properly and keep you running.
Hope this isn't too much info, but if so, You will know now.
TDK (MIS)
If you remove netbeui and go with TCP/IP you will still be able to see network drives on the server. If you have authentication setup correctly then they will be available to the appropriate users.
Ghostrider3 is correct in the method to remove the netbeui. You will also remove netbeui from each Win98 machine too. It is also a good idea, whenever removing or adding services in NT, is to re-apply the latest service pack.
Is your server running DHCP or is another device? If not, you should setup the server to do so. I can email detail instructions on how to setup a DHCP server. But here is a simple version.
"Before any operations please backup, backup, backup. I take no responsibility for any problems you or anyone might have following these instructions. They have worked for me and many others, but I make no guarentee's."
1. Right Click "Network Neighborhood"
2. Select "Properties"
3. Click the "Services" tab
4. Click the "Add" button
5. Choose "Microsoft DHCP Server"
6. Make sure the above is highlighted and you have your NT Server CD available.
7. Click "OK" button
8. Follow the instructions
9. Re-Apply the Service Pack.
10.Restart
The setup the DHCP server. If you need instructions please respond to this post.
With a DHCP server running. All of your machines can be assigned an IP address and other info through your PDC. Each client machine will need to be setup with TCP/IP.
1. Right Click "Network Neighborhood"
2. Select "Properties"
3. Click the "Add" button
4. Highlight "Protocal"
5. Click "Add"
6. Select "Microsoft" in the "Manufactures" area
7. Scroll in the "Network Protocals" area until you see "TCP/IP".
8. Select "TCP/IP"
9. Click "OK"
10.Follow the instructions.
Three things need to be in your Win 98 clients network protocals.
1. "Client for Microsoft Networks"
2. "Network Adapter" (Whatever brand you use)
3. "TCP/IP"
This will allow TCP/IP to function properly and keep you running.
Hope this isn't too much info, but if so, You will know now.
TDK (MIS)
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