Windows: Do Not Install for No Network if Network Exists

 Last reviewed: November 21, 1994
Article ID: Q72874
The information in this article applies to:
  • Microsoft Windows operating system versions 3.0, 3.0a

SUMMARY

Microsoft recommends that you DO NOT install for "No Network" if a Windows-supported network is actually installed.

MORE INFORMATION

The VNETBIOS and DOSNET devices automatically detect if they are necessary, and do not load if a network is not installed. They are always specified as a default in case Windows is installed for No Network, but a network is actually present.

A case in which this could occur is when Windows 3.0 is installed while the network is not loaded. Windows Setup does not detect a network, so it installs for No Network. When the network is later activated, VNETBIOS and DOSNET detect the network presence and prevent compatibility problems. However, no network functionality is present without a Windows network driver installed. Additionally, the system cannot print through a network- redirected printer port if Windows is not specifically installed for a network.

Files Installed When No Network Is Selected

   *vnetbios  The Enhanced-Mode Virtual NetBios Driver
   *dosnet    The Enhanced-Mode Virtual Redirector Driver

Switches Added When No Network Is Selected

   SYSTEM.INI  [386Enh]  network=*nvetbios, *dosnet

REFERENCES

"Windows Resource Kit," version 3.0, page 128.

KBCategory: kbnetwork kb3rdparty kbsetup
KBSubcategory: win30
Additional references words: lan manager lanman win30 3.00 novell netware
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Last reviewed: November 21, 1994
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