Workgroup and Domain Name Commands in Network Properties Are Unavailable (254952)
The information in this article applies to:
- Microsoft Windows 2000 Server
- Microsoft Windows 2000 Advanced Server
- Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional
This article was previously published under Q254952 SYMPTOMS
When you attempt to join an existing domain using the Network Identification properties, both Workgroup and Domain Name commands are not available.
CAUSE
This issue can occur when the Client for Microsoft Networks service is not installed.
RESOLUTION
To resolve this issue, install the Client for Microsoft Networks service:
- Right-click My Network Places, and then click Properties.
- Right-click the Local Area Connection icon, and then click Properties.
- Click Install, click Client, and then click Add.
- In the Network Client box, click Client for Microsoft Networks, and then click OK.
- In the Local Area Connections Properties window, click OK.
| Modification Type: | Major | Last Reviewed: | 11/20/2003 |
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| Keywords: | kbprb KB254952 |
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