Netbios – Fluke Network Tester User Manual

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Common Problems

Problems NetTool Detects

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Problem: No WINS server found on network to
resolve names.


Explanation: The PC is configured to use WINS
(Windows Internet Name Service) and none can be
found.

Remedy: Make sure the WINS server is up and
running. Access the PC’s network properties.

Problem: PC WINS incorrect.

Explanation: NetTool sees a WINS server on the
network but it is not the one configured on the PC in
question.

Remedy: View the details of the WINS server by
accessing the Key Devices list. Change the PC’s
configuration to match.

NetBIOS

Problem: Incorrect Workgroup or Domain configured
on PC.

Explanation: There are specific names and privileges
needed for access to domains or workgroups. The
name is not correctly configured or privileges are not
set up.

Remedy: Determine what domain names and
privileges are required and correct the PC’s
configuration.

Problem: Unable to find Primary Domain Controller
(PDC) for network
.

Explanation: These domain controllers act as
gatekeepers for domain access. If one of them is not
found on the network, no access can be granted.

Remedy: Various

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