Article ID: 166840 - Last Review: February 26, 2007 - Revision: 2.2

Err Msg: Not Enough Storage to Complete Operation

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SYMPTOMS

When you try to open the Printers folder, you may receive the following error message:
There is not enough storage to complete this operation
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CAUSE

The size of the registry has exceeded the maximum size set in the virtual memory settings.
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RESOLUTION

Increase the maximum registry size. To do so, follow these steps:
  1. Click Start, click Control Panel, double-click System.
  2. Click the Performance tab, and then click Change (In Windows 2000, click the Advanced tab, click Performance Options, and then Change).
  3. Type a new, larger value in the Maximum Registry Size box, and then click OK.
  4. Close Control Panel and then restart the computer.
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MORE INFORMATION

The registry increases in size as you install programs and use the computer. It may be necessary to increase the size of the registry periodically, depending on how and how much you use your computer.
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APPLIES TO
  • Microsoft Windows 2000 Server
  • Microsoft Windows 2000 Advanced Server
  • Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional Edition
  • Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0 Standard Edition
  • Microsoft Windows NT Workstation 4.0 Developer Edition
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Keywords: 
kbenv kberrmsg kbprint KB166840
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