High Rate of Frame Loss in Windows 2000 with Compaq NetFlex-3 Network Adapter

• Microsoft Windows 2000 Server

SYMPTOMS

When you are using a Compaq NetFlex-3 network adapter on a computer running Microsoft Windows 2000 Server, you may experience a high rate of frame loss when the adapter is under heavy usage, resulting in poor network performance and connectivity failures.

CAUSE

This behavior can occur when you use an earlier version of a Compaq NetFlex-3 network adapter.

RESOLUTION

To resolve this behavior, upgrade your network adapter to a more recent model.

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Additional query words: network adapter packet drop connection

Keywords :
Version : WINDOWS:2000
Platform : WINDOWS
Issue type : kbprb