"Preparing Network Connections" takes forever in Windows 2000 Server

[infini]

I have a PC with Windows 2000 Server installed which stops at the message "preparing network connections". The (progress bar moves but i don't get in windows.). I have unplugged the network cable, disabled the onboard network card from the bios with no result. I can only get into safe mode, but after about 15 minutes. Any help?

 

[mikecel79]

Is this machine a domain controller (is it running AD)? How long do you wait for it? Does it have a wireless adapter?

 

[infini]

Unfortunately, i can't answer your first question right now, because i am not near the PC, but the same delay occurs even if i disconnect the pc from the network and disable the network adapter. I think it was more than 30 minutes. The adapter is not wireless.

 

[mikecel79]

Well try this. Boot into Safe mode with no network support and disable your network adapater and then boot up and see if you still have the delay.

 

[stash]

Is this machine a member of a domain?

If so, boot into safe mode and make sure the network connection is configured to point to a domain controller for primary DNS.