Errors Message When Attempting to Join a Windows 2000 Domain (258500)


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 Q258500

SYMPTOMS

When a Windows 2000-based computer attempts to join a Windows 2000 domain, one of the following error messages may be displayed.

If you type the NetBIOS domain name:
The following error occurred attempting to join the domain "domain name": The network path was not found.
If you type the Windows 2000 DNS domain name:
The following error occurred attempting to join the domain "domain name": The remote computer is not available.

CAUSE

This behavior occurs when the File and Print Sharing for Microsoft Networks option is not enabled on the Windows 2000 domain controller.

RESOLUTION

To resolve this behavior, use the following steps on the Windows 2000 domain controller:
  1. Right-click My Network Places, and then click Properties.
  2. Double-click Local Area Connection, and then click Properties.
  3. Click to select the File and Print Sharing for Microsoft Networks check box, and then click OK.

STATUS

This behavior is by design.
Modification Type:MajorLast Reviewed:11/20/2003
Keywords:kberrmsg kbnetwork kbprb KB258500
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