You receive a "Windows Explorer has encountered a problem and needs to close" error message when you try to open My Network Places in Windows XP (811266)
The information in this article applies to:
- Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition
SYMPTOMSWhen you try to open My Network Places, you
may receive the following error message: Windows Explorer
has encountered a problem and needs to close. We are sorry for any
inconvenience. CAUSEThis issue occurs when you try to share a Canon MultiPass
F30 or
F50 printer on a home network. As of August 2002, the
MultiPass F30
and F50 printer driver does not support printer
sharing in Windows XP.RESOLUTIONAs of August 2002, you cannot use the Network
Printing option with the MultiPass F30 or
MultiPass F50 printer. To resolve this issue, contact
Canon to inquire about the availability of an updated MultiPass F30 or
MultiPass F50 printer driver that supports printer
sharing. For information about how to contact Canon, visit the following Canon
Web site: MORE INFORMATION
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Modification Type: | Major | Last Reviewed: | 6/16/2004 |
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Keywords: | kbprb KB811266 |
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