Код ошибки 0х800704cf что означает

Ошибка 0x800704CF возникает при попытке получить доступ к другому компьютеру в сети. В данной статье рассмотрены три варианта решения данной проблемы.

Сброс TCP/IP

Проверяем, устранилась ли ошибка.

Клиент для сетей Microsoft

Как вариант, можно отключить опцию Клиент для сетей Microsoft у сетевого подключения.

Заходим в Сетевые подключения. Выбрав нужное подключение, кликните по нему провой кнопкой мыши и нажмите Свойства. Уберите галочку с пункта Клиент для сетей Microsoft.

Сетевые адаптеры

Если не один из способов не решил проблему, обратитесь в поддержку Microsoft, с разъяснением проблемы и конфигурациями ПК.

Using a workgroup or being part of a network center comes with advantages that can make our work easier.

The Network and Sharing Center functionality from Windows 10 is extremely wide as you can use it to share files with another computer, storing files in a common folder, and other similar operations.

But sometimes your work can be interrupted due to a system error. And one of the most common issues related with Windows Network PCs is the 0x800704cf error.

It’s easy to recognize because it also comes along with the following message: Network error – Windows cannot access.

In Windows 10, this 0x800704cf error code usually occurs every time you try to access a Network PC, or when a Workgroup is initiated.

The first thing to do after getting the error 0x800704cf is to run a diagnose by using the Windows wizard – when the error message pops up click on Diagnose and follow the on-screen prompts.

The Windows system will try to identify why your network center isn’t working properly and will also try to find the right solutions for your problems.

These solutions should be automatically applied, or you can receive some general indications on how to resolve the problems manually.

Now, if this diagnose process isn’t helpful for you, don’t despair. You can take matter into your own hands and try to fix the 0x800704cf error code manually.

This dedicated step by step operation can be easily applied and involves applying the guidelines from below.

How can I fix Windows Network error 0x800704cf?

1. Change the adapter settings

The first solution to apply can be completed through the Network and Sharing Center; from there you need to change the adapter settings as explained above.

Run a System Scan to discover potential errors

Click Start Scan to find Windows issues.

Click Repair All to fix issues with Patented Technologies.

If you’re having trouble opening the Setting app, take a look at this helpful article to solve the issue.

2. Reset TCP/IP

If changing adapter settings isn’t solving the 0x800704cf error code, chances are there is something wrong with your TCP/IP. So, a reset is implied.

If you’re having trouble accessing Command Prompt as an admin, then you better take a closer look at this expert guide.

3. Reinstall the network adapters

3.1 Reinstall the drivers manually

If you are still dealing with the 0x800704cf error code, you should uninstall network adapters in order to scan and apply any hardware changes.

3.2 Reinstall the drivers automatically

Of course you can reinstall them manually but as you can see, there are a lot of them and the process might take some time.

The quicker and safer solution is to use a third-party tool like the one recommended below that will perform the job automatically for all the drivers.

Various errors are the result of a malfunctioning driver. When this is the case, you may need to update or reinstall completely this specific component. As the process is not straight-forward to complete, we recommend using an automated tool for the job. Here’s how to do it:

DriverFix

Keep your Windows safe from any type of errors caused by corrupted drivers, by installing and using DriverFix today!

Disclaimer: this program needs to be upgraded from the free version in order to perform some specific actions.

We hope that one of the troubleshooting methods listed above fixed the Windows error 0x800704cf.

However, if you are still in the same stage as you were when you first started this troubleshooting process, let us know in the comments below.

Tell us more about the Microsoft error code 0x800704cf and any other details. Of course, we will try to find the perfect fix for you as soon as possible.

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[FIX] Error 0x800704cf – The Network Location Can’t Be Reached

For systems connected as a part of domain, we can use same WORKGROUP to share files and folders. This sharing is done through network connections and it is important that all network locations must be well defined; in order to successively share the content. Basically, you can manage the WORKGROUP folders using File Explorer available in Windows 8 or later.

Recently, we came around a weird problem regarding this. In this case, we were able to locate list of files and available shares on the machine. However, when we tried to click on a specific share for instance say Storage, it gives following error:

Windows cannot access <the share>

Error code: 0x800704cf

The network location can’t be reached. For information about network troubleshooting, see Windows Help.

If you’re also facing this same error in your WORKGROUP environment, you can try following fixes to solve this issue.

FIX : Error 0x800704cf – The Network Location Can’t Be Reached In Windows 10/8.1/8/7

FIX 1 – Using Network Adapter Settings

1. Navigate to Control Panel > All Control Panel Items > Network Connections. In the Network Connections window, right click on your network adapter and select Properties.

Now exit from Control Panel and reboot your system. After restarting the machine, you’ll find that issue has been resolved already.

You can also fix this problem using Registry Editor, here is how:

FIX 2 – Using Registry Manipulation

Registry Disclaimer: The further steps will involve registry manipulation. Making mistakes while manipulating registry could affect your system adversely. So be careful while editing registry entries and create a System Restore point first.

1. Press + R and put regedit in Run dialog box to open Registry Editor (if you’re not familiar with Registry Editor, then click here). Click OK.

2. In the left pane of Registry Editor, navigate to following registry key:

3. Next, highlight the Parameters key and come to its corresponding right pane. Here, make sure that Value data for TransportBindName registry string (REG_SZ) is set to \Device\. Also check whether SMBDeviceEnabled named registry DWORD (REG_DWORD) exists or not. If the DWORD exists and has a Value data of 0 assigned, it means direct hosting is disabled. You have change this Value data to 1, in order to resolve this issue and enable direct hosting. So simply double click on the registry DWORD to get this:

4. Finally, set the Value data to 1 in above shown box and click OK. Close Registry Editor and reboot to get the issue resolved permanently.

About Kapil Arya

Kapil is presently a Microsoft MVP in Windows IT Pro expertise. He is Windows Insider MVP as well, and author of ‘Windows Group Policy Troubleshooting’ book. In 2015, Microsoft India accomplished him as ‘Windows 10 Champion’. Being passionate Windows blogger, he loves to help others on fixing their system issues. You can follow him for news/updates and fixes for Windows.

In my system SMBDeviceEnabled named registry DWORD (REG_DWORD) does not exist. Is this the reason of 0x800704cf error?

^^ Suggest you to create the value and set it to 1, see if it resolves the problem for you

Unchecking Client for Microsoft Networks worked perfectly. THANKS!

^^ Glad we could help

The first step worked. Thanks

Hi Kapil!
I am using windows 10 on Dell Laptop. Two days ago ago I wanted it to restore to an earlier point which was unsuccessful and windows could not load and I had to reset it. After reset windows is working normally but its activation gets failed. Similarly, updates and some apps from store also are not downloaded. error code is 0x0800704CF. Please help me..

Hello Kapil, I tried both way, none of the worked for me ;(

Its working. Thanks a lot.

Hello, i’m using a windows 7 computer, the 1st procedure did not work, in the 2nd procedure i couldn’t find any SMBDeviceEnabled. How can i fix this problem?

I have tried all above options, but problem remain as it is. Any suggestion, how to resolve it?

hi … In my system SMBDeviceEnabled named registry DWORD (REG_DWORD) does not exist. How do I create the value and and set it to 1?
Thanks!

^^ Right click on the right pane corresponding to Parameters registry key. Select New > DWORD Value. Right click on it and select Rename and type SMBDeviceEnabled. Now set its value to 1 by double click on it.

Thanks solution 2 helps me on the same problem and FYI I tick the client for Microsoft Networks reboot then it works fine Thanks so much.