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Win I try to start server services I get this, it is also set to automatic.

Error 2: The system cannot find the file specified.

The srvsvc.dll is present and the srv.sys is present. I can view all 5 computers on my net work, but can't share any of mine. I can use the shared printers access their shared files but can't set up a share on my end.

Any Ideas?

Thanks

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For an XP SP3 machine that can see other PCs but cannot host shares, the most useful places to check are the service configuration and the system event log. reported the Server service will not start; suggested adding a legacy network protocol, which can help only in mixed Novell/IPX environments but is not a normal fix for SMB-over-TCP problems.

Practical troubleshooting steps:

  • Inspect the System event log for the Server service failure; the log entry usually gives a clearer fault (missing file, permission denied, dependency failure).
  • Open Services (services.msc) and view the Server service Dependencies tab. Make sure each listed dependent service is running (RPC and the Event Log service are common requirements).
  • Verify the service registration in the registry at HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\LanmanServer: check the ImagePath (should point to svchost.exe -k netsvcs) and the Parameters\ServiceDll value; confirm the DLL named there exists in %SystemRoot%\system32 and that SYSTEM has proper rights. Back up the registry key before making changes.

Next steps if configuration looks correct:

  • Run sfc /scannow to repair protected system files.
  • Use net start server or sc query lanmanserver from a command prompt to capture any additional error text.
  • Temporarily disable third‑party firewall/AV (or test in Safe Mode with Networking) in case a security product blocks service startup.

If registry keys or system files are corrupted and cannot be repaired, a System Restore to a known-good point or an in-place repair install of XP is the reliable recovery path. Only add IPX/SPX if the network actually requires it; it is not a general solution for file‑sharing failures on TCP/IP networks.

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Hello,

Check and see if "NWLink IPX/SPX, NetBIOS.... " protocol is installed under the properties of the Network card. If not then install it and reboot.

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