Invalid RawWorkItems Calculated on Some MP Computers (136377)
The information in this article applies to:
- Microsoft Windows NT Server 3.51
- Microsoft Windows NT Workstation 3.51
- Microsoft Windows NT Advanced Server 3.51
This article was previously published under Q136377 SYMPTOMS
On an x86-based multiprocessor (MP) computer with an odd number of
processors and 512 megabytes or more of RAM, the following error message
appears when you the Server process starts:
Insufficient Resources
CAUSE
There is an integer divide problem when calculating the initial number of
raw mode work items. The server is trying to create more than the
configured maximum allowed for raw mode work items. This error only occurs
on multiprocessor x86 systems with 512 megabytes or more of RAM and an odd
number of processors.
WORKAROUND
To work around this problem:
WARNING: Using Registry Editor incorrectly can cause serious, system-wide
problems that may require you to reinstall Windows NT to correct them.
Microsoft cannot guarantee that any problems resulting from the use of
Registry Editor can be solved. Use this tool at your own risk.
- Run Registry Editor (REGEDT32.EXE).
- From the HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE subtree, go to the following key:
\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\LanmanServer\Parameters - From the Edit menu choose Add Value.
- Add the following:
Value Name: MaxWorkItems
Data Type: REG_DWORD
Data: 100
Radiux: Decimal
NOTE: MaxWorkItems has a valid range of 1 to 512.
STATUS
Microsoft has confirmed this to be a problem Windows NT version 3.51. We
are researching this problem and will post new information in the Microsoft
Knowledge Base as it becomes available.
| Modification Type: | Major | Last Reviewed: | 11/20/2003 |
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| Keywords: | KB136377 |
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