"Registry Service Subkey Already Exists" When Adding NetBEUI

RESOLUTION

To correct the problem follow the directions below:

WARNING: Using Registry Editor incorrectly can cause serious problems that may require you to reinstall your operating system. Microsoft cannot guarantee that problems resulting from the incorrect use of Registry Editor can be solved. Use Registry Editor at your own risk.

For information about how to edit the registry, view the "Changing Keys And Values" Help topic in Registry Editor (Regedit.exe) or the "Add and Delete Information in the Registry" and "Edit Registry Data" Help topics in Regedt32.exe. Note that you should back up the registry before you edit it. If you are running Windows NT, you should also update your Emergency Repair Disk (ERD).

1. Back up the registry.
2. Remove the following entries in the Registry:
   HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CCS\Services\NBF HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\System\CCS\Enum\Root\Legacy_N
3. Restart the computer.
4. Install NetBEUI.

NOTE: Removing these additional keys requires manipulation of the rights on those keys. The default rights for Everyone is READ. To change the rights, log on as Administrator, take ownership of the keys, and then give Full Control to Everyone (NOTE: You may need to select Replace permission on existing subkey).