How do I force Windows XP to use NetBEUI for File and Printer Sharing? The Broadband Reports Windows XP FAQ

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What are the 3 supported Windows XP Network Protocols?
Where is NetBEUI?
How do I force Windows XP to use NetBEUI for File and Printer Sharing?
What are TCP/IP , IPX/SPX & NetBEUI Network Protocols?
WinIPConfig? Where is it?
What is QoS Packet Scheduler?
Where do I go to verify my Network Bindings?
How do I Create a PPP over Ethernet (PPPoE) Connection for WinXP?
How do I remove the Default Administrative shares?
How do I disable NetBIOS on TCP/IP?

How do I force Windows XP to use NetBEUI for File and Printer Sharing?

Step 1: Go to your Desktop and right-click on Network Places and choose Properties.

Step 2: Click Advanced on the tool-bar and choose Advanced Settings.

Step 3: Choose the Adapter that you want to change the settings on.

Step 4: Click the check-box to clear it by NWLink IPX/SPX/NetBIOS Compatible Transport Protocol and Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) in both the File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks and Client for Microsoft Networks.

Your system will now only use NetBEUI for File and Printer Sharing.

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last modified: 2002-07-11 01:00:10

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