Err Msg: \\<Computername> Is Not Accessible. Unknown Error 2114.

ID: Q197769


The information in this article applies to:
  • Microsoft Windows 98
  • Microsoft Windows 95


SYMPTOMS

When you attempt to connect a computer to itself using its Universal Naming Convention (UNC) name, you may receive the following error message:

Windows 98:
\\<Computername> is not accessible. Unknown Error 2114.
-OR-
Windows 95:
\\<Computername> is not accessible. An extended error has occurred.


CAUSE

This behavior can occur if the Microsoft Client for Microsoft Networks is installed without file and printer sharing.


RESOLUTION

To resolve this behavior, install file and printer sharing for Microsoft Networks. To do so, follow these steps:

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


  2. Double-click Network.


  3. Click Add, click Service, and then click Add.


  4. Click "File and printer sharing for Microsoft Networks," and then click OK.


  5. Click OK, and then restart your computer when you are prompted to do so.


Keywords : kberrmsg kbnetwork msnets
Version : WINDOWS:95
Platform : WINDOWS
Issue type : kbprb


Last Reviewed: February 2, 1999
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