Event Message:

WINS could not create the TCP socket for making a TCP connection. Make sure the TCP/IP driver is installed and running properly.

Source

Event Log

Event ID

Event Type

Wins

System

4196

Error

Explanation:

WINS was unable to perform a preliminary task. The task requires interaction with the TCP/IP driver.

User Action:

Double-click Network in the Control Panel and, under the Protocols tab, make sure the TCP/IP driver is installed and running. Under the Bindings tab, verify that the TCP/IP protocol stack is bound to the network adapter. Then try again.