WFWG Err Msg: Network Busy

ID: Q106272


The information in this article applies to:
  • Microsoft Windows for Workgroups versions 3.1, 3.11


SYMPTOMS

When you attempt to start the network redirector, connect to a network drive, printer, or any other network device, the following error message may be displayed:

Network Busy


CAUSE

The "Network Busy" error message is usually caused by some type of hardware problem; it is rarely caused by the network being busy. Below are the most common causes of this error message:

  • Interrupt (IRQ) conflict


  • I/O address conflict


  • RAM address conflict


  • DMA conflict


  • Hub/Concentrator/Bridge/Router problem


  • Problem with another computer on the network


  • Disconnected or faulty cabling, connectors, or terminators


  • Faulty network card (on the local or a remote computer)


  • Incorrect Transceiver Type selection


  • Duplicate computer name on network


  • Incorrect network interface card (NIC) driver


Additional query words: 3.10 3.1 3.11 "the network is busy"

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Version : WINDOWS:3.1,3.11
Platform : WINDOWS
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Last Reviewed: September 23, 1999
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