Err Msg: Not Enough Storage to Complete Operation (166840)
The information in this article applies to:
- Microsoft Windows 2000 Server
- Microsoft Windows 2000 Advanced Server
- Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional
- Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0
- Microsoft Windows NT Workstation 4.0
This article was previously published under Q166840 SYMPTOMS
When you try to open the Printers folder, you may receive the following
error message:
There is not enough storage to complete this operation
CAUSE
The size of the registry has exceeded the maximum size set in the virtual
memory settings.
RESOLUTION
Increase the maximum registry size. To do so, follow these steps:
- Click Start, click Control Panel, double-click System.
- Click the Performance tab, and then click Change (In Windows 2000, click the Advanced tab, click Performance Options, and then Change).
- Type a new, larger value in the Maximum Registry Size box, and then
click OK.
- Close Control Panel and then restart the computer.
MORE INFORMATION
The registry increases in size as you install programs and use the
computer. It may be necessary to increase the size of the registry
periodically, depending on how and how much you use your computer.
| Modification Type: | Major | Last Reviewed: | 6/3/2003 |
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| Keywords: | kbenv kberrmsg kbprint KB166840 |
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