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Fix: ERROR_TOO_MANY_NAMES 68 (0x44)
Increasing the number of dynamic ports is the easiest fix
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Published onSeptember 9, 2024
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To fix various driver issues on your PC, you will need a dedicated tool to find the freshest and the original drivers. You can use PC HelpSoft Driver Updater to do it in 3 easy steps:
TheERROR_TOO_MANY_NAMESissue with code(0x44), listed asSystem Error 68, is a network-based problem affecting the PC’s ability to access mapped drives, network shares, UNC path, active directory tools, endpoint protection manager, or symbolic paths.
The error message reads,The name limit for the local computer network adapter card was exceeded.
Before you start troubleshooting, reboot the server and check for improvements. Also, if it’s a case ofFailed VCSA deployment, make sure theVCENTER Nameis not entirely in upper case and is short.
How can I fix ERROR_TOO_MANY_NAMES?
1. Increase the dynamic ports
2. Reinstall the network adapter
3. Update the network adapter’s driver
The68 (0x44)The name limit for the local computer network adapter card was exceededmessage often appears due to an outdated driver, andupdating the network adapter’s driverquickly fixes things!
Besides, if Windows can’t find a better version, go to the manufacturer’s website, locate the recent releases, and thenmanually install the latest driver.
4. Enable Windows Defender Firewall
For 2 out of 5 users, enablingWindows Defender Firewalland its service fixed theERROR_TOO_MANY_NAMESsystem error. It’s because the service helps with high-range ephemeral ports!
5. Reset the network settings
Anetwork adapter resetis an effective fix against theERROR_TOO_MANY_NAMESWin32 error code. But before you do that, start with resetting the network components and settings.
6. Perform a system restore
7. Contact the dedicated support
When nothing else works, the last option is to contact the support team. If it’s a third-party server, get in touch with their dedicated support. For Windows Server, contact Microsoft’s support. Or if your PC is part of an organization, there’s usually an IT team who should fixERROR_TOO_MANY_NAMES.
In the cases I observed,The name limit for the local computer network adapter card was exceededmessage usually appeared due to misconfigurations at the user’s end. And for most, increasing the dynamic port count got things up and running in no time!
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Kazim Ali Alvi
Windows Hardware Expert
Kazim has always been fond of technology, be it scrolling through the settings on his iPhone, Android device, or Windows PC. He’s specialized in hardware devices, always ready to remove a screw or two to find out the real cause of a problem.
Long-time Windows user, Kazim is ready to provide a solution for your every software & hardware error on Windows 11, Windows 10 and any previous iteration. He’s also one of our experts in Networking & Security.
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Kazim Ali Alvi
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Kazim is specialized in hardware devices, always ready to remove a screw or two to find out the real cause of a problem.
