Error Message: No Data Requested

The information in this article applies to:

• Microsoft Personal Web Server version 1.0 for Windows 95

SYMPTOMS

When you attempt to add a user or group to the local access control list for Personal Web Server, the following error message may be generated by the Internet Local User Administrator:

   There was an error attempting the previous operation
   No Data Requested

CAUSE

This error message indicates a request to the Internet Services Administrator that either lacks required information or includes an incorrect response. For example, the following situations will generate the error message:

• Failing to enter a name or password when generating a new user or group account.
• Pressing ENTER when you are creating a new account if the Add button does not have the focus.
• Failing password confirmation.

RESOLUTION

Enter all relevant data for the account and then click Add. You must enter a password for each account. Personal Web Server does not support null passwords.

MORE INFORMATION

Configuring Personal Web Server for local security allows the administrator to create a database of users and groups with administrative access privileges. This list is maintained using the Local User Administration pages.

The Local User Administration pages are accessible only if you are not loading the Microsoft File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft or NetWare Networks service. Disable the File and Printer Sharing service in Network properties to access the Local User Administration pages and configure Personal Web Server as the solitary server service for Windows 95. To disable the File and Printer Sharing service, follow these steps:

1. Click Start, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel.

2. Double-click Network.

3. On the Configuration tab, click File and Print Sharing.

4. Click the "I want to be able to give others access to my files" check box to clear it.

5. Click the "I want to be able to allow others to print to my printer(s)" check box to clear it.

6. Click OK until all dialog boxes are closed, and then restart your computer.

   ARTICLE-ID: Q158721
   TITLE:      How to Configure and Administer Personal Web Server