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not sure if this is a SQL issue or a windows server problem. Using SQL 2000 standard sp3, a problem has arose that my clients are not logging in (as shown in current activity)the event logs on client shows errors of: MRXSmb. I am still researching the issue but thought to post it and see what comes up.
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Win2K implements CIFS with an enhanced version of the Server Message Block (SMB) protocol (which explains the "smb" part of mrxsmb.sys). Two kernel mode components initiate and manage remote connections, mrxsmb.sys and rdbss.sys. Mrxsmb writes event log messages when a network is alive and well and when a system has connectivity problems. For example, when you boot a system that claims to be the master browser, Mrxsmb writes event ID 8003 informing you that a new guy on the block attempted to take over the role of master browser and that a browser election has occurred. Check what is the service pack on Windows at server & client machines.
I believe there is a hotfix available for these errors. Satya SKJ
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Sayta, Thanks, after posting I tried a google search and foundhttp://www.winnetmag.com/Articles/Index.cfm?ArticleID=27037 I am going to pursue this one. thanks again
the
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Install W2000 sp4, some MRXSmb problems were fixed in sp4.
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Thanks, after posting I tried a google search and foundhttp://www.winnetmag.com/Articles/Index.cfm?ArticleID=27037

Right, the same information refers on the MSDN page too and I believe as specified SP4 might have the fix. Satya SKJ
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