The WINS Pull configuration 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 | 4178 | Error |
This event record indicates a problem the WINS Pull configuration subkey. The WINS configuration is stored in the registry in the HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Software\WINS subkey.
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.