Event Message:

The WINS\Parameters key could not be created or opened. Check to see if the permissions on the key are set properly, system resources are low, or the registry is having a problem.

Source Event Log Event ID Event Type
Wins System 4180 Error

Explanation:

The WINS configuration is stored in the registry in the HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\WINS subkey. The entries in this subkey could not be created or opened.

User Action:

To check and correct WINS registry settings: 1) Open Administrative Tools, and then open WINS. 2) On the server in question, expand the server information. 3) Verify that the settings are correct. 4) Make any necessary corrections. For assistance, contact the person with administrative rights on this computer.